Excellent Every day, I thank those who died or suffered long... This Old Sailor Salutes Them by Reese Turner In Their Memory writing prompt entry

Man, have I enjoyed a great life! I've been free to be what I choose It was not magic, this freedom, Many others paid high dues.   From the Village Green, Concord, Past many battlefields over years So many risked life and many died Many have grieved, shed tears.       No country can compare in time Of freedom and life’s opportunity None have offered such hope for Us to maximize our lives as free.   Such freedom comes at a high price This old sailor’s SALUTE to they Who stepped up to the line for me And all of our beloved, U.S.A.   What a debt I owe, it’s a good thing I believe in Heaven, for an eternity; It will take that long to thank Them all for what they gave to me.   Writing Prompt Write a poem, any type, about the members of the military present and past. Author Notes Seems things are slipping away. America has changed. Perhaps the transition started during Viet-nam, but we collectively do not celebrate all we have and all who paid dearly for it like we used to. But, this old sailor still salutes with pride all of those who died or suffered serious injury by serving. I owe them for the wonderful life I have enjoyed. May God Bless them all with eternal peace.

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