I was that which others did not want to be. I went where others feared to go, and I did
what others feared to do. I asked nothing from
those who gave nothing and reluctantly adopted the thought
of eternal loneliness should I fail. I have seen the face
of terror, felt the stinging cold fear, and enjoyed the
sweet taste of a moments love. I have cried,
pained, and hoped...but most of all, I have lived
times others would say were best forgotten. At least
some day, I will be able to say that
I was proud of what I was...a Soldier!!