It is often difficult for us to render into words the gratitude and pride that we feel toward our Veterans. Though words may not always do justice to our true emotions, they ring with clarity and capture the essence of our feelings when offered with sincerity from the heart.

The following heartfelt writings were submitted by VetsFirst donors. They express what we all feel toward our veterans and men and women serving in the military.

America’s First
By Betty K.

The Navy and Army, Marines and Air Force too
America’s Coast Guard, all have their jobs to do
The best of USA, our service personnel
With pride in their country, they’d march forward through hell

Each stands ready to serve, whatever it may be
To defend our freedom, or help across the sea
Wherever duty calls, on water. air or land
Our soldiers are prepared, for war or helping hand

Some serve in foreign lands, so far away from home
Loved-ones must let them know, that they are not alone
To come home is joyful, for some it’s not to be
They are forever gone, they died for their country

We honor veterans with their own special day
We cherish those brave souls, with more than words can say
We all salute our vets, both dead and those alive
With those brave souls of ours, our country will survive.

Soldiers
By Misty L.
Dedicated to the American soldiers, past and present, for their courage, honor, and dedication in protecting our nation. Thank you and God be with you.

They are born from all races,
And colors of skin.
They are born into brotherhood,
No boundaries within.

They are men and women,
From all ends of the earth.
They are sisters and brothers,
Not tied by their birth.

They are each their own person,
Yet they stand as one.
They march into battle,
Until the battle is won.

They protect the walls of our country,
That we may sleep at night.
They are trained to be heroes,
They are trained to fight.

To fight for our freedom,
As much as their own.
To fight for their country,
Of mortar and stone.

They stand tall with dignity,
Honor and pride.
They chose to be soldiers,
So we need not hide.

They are American soldiers,
With each living breath.
They are American soldiers,
Even after their death.

And unto these soldiers,
My life is in debt.
They have given me choices,
I will never forget.

Without them I would not be here,
With tears in my eyes.
Thanking God for their courage,
Of risking their lives.

Thanks be to the soldiers,
Of this nation, my home.
And know in your hearts,
You are never alone.