Thank A Veteran...Everyday Poem by Susan Lacovara

For those who sacrifice
for our nation's freedoms,
So timely, as Veteran's Day nears,
For all those,
Whom lie under draped flags,
Stained red, white and with blues...
Or in graves, adorned with paper poppies
For the countless roll- call many,
Who continue to stand in harm's way
On guard, for my insured safety
And right to practice my liberty...
For all those who returned home,
Broken, bandaged bewildered...
But brave...oh so very brilliantly brave
And sadly, to those who never returned
Be it their body, brain, or badly bruised spirit...
I, applauding with great appreciation,
Thank you, pray for you, remember you
With an All-American heartfelt salute.