Thank You Mr. Veteran

Thank you Mr. Veteran. We salute you— Who've fought for our freedoms To go, and come and do. Our children and grandchildren Can have a future too: A better chance at life— To make their dreams come true. Thank you for your sacrifice In times of war and peace. And for the miles trekked— O'er land and the seas. Thank you for your time away From family and friend; And for all the leisure That could have been. I have often wondered What would make you go— Lay it all on the line For those whom you least know. Although, I must admit— I have yet to understand, I know that it was for The good of the land. And to your fellow comrades— Veterans like you— Would you pass the word That I 'thank' them too. Tell them that their sacrifice, As long as we shall live, Will be the noble gift That continues to give.