Proud to serve in the Army

[Nate the Great]

I was called to duty in a country far across the sea,
to stand the wall against terrorism, so all can be free.
I deal with the unknown, hot days and cold nights,
Living in the darkness, far away from all city lights.
I stand in the desert surrounded by sand,
Gazing off over the horizon, ready to fight in a foreign land.
You ask me why i am here, is the question addressed to me?
To protect any and all land that prays and wishes for democracy.
I live for the opportunity to serve our country, during its time of need,
A prayer to the lord above to protect and guide me is my only plea.
I am no one special, just a commoner's daughter or son,
So i joined the army became an "Army of One."
I serve in a proud unit that stands out against the rest,
It is a unit with courage, pride, and history, which truly makes it the best.
If you cannot vision what i display, look at my left shoulder and you shall see,
I am a proud member of the most prestigious unit of the army called 3ID.


© Nathan George
2003