Opinion

[warsawdaddy]

FINAL INSPECTION

>
The soldier stood and faced God,
> Which must always come to pass.
> He hoped his shoes were shining,
> Just as brightly as his brass.
> "Step forward now, you soldier,
> How shall I deal with you?
> Have you always turned the other cheek?
> To My Church have you been true?"
> The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
> "No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
> Because those of us who carry guns,
> Can't always be a saint.
> I've had to work most Sundays,
> And at times my talk was tough.
> And sometimes I've been violent,
> Because the world is awfully rough.
> But, I never took a penny,
> That wasn't mine to keep...
> Though I worked a lot of overtime,
> When the bills got just too steep.
> And I never passed a cry for help,
> Though at times I shook with fear.
> And sometimes, God, forgive me,
> I've wept unmanly tears.
> I know I don't deserve a place,
> Among the people here.
> They never wanted me around,
> Except to calm their fears.
> If you've a place for me here, Lord,
> It needn't be so grand.
> I never expected or had too much,
> But if you don't, I'll understand."
> There was a silence all around the throne,
> Where the saints had often trod.
> As the soldier waited quietly,
> For the judgment of his God.
> "Step forward now, you soldier,
> You've borne your burdens well.
> Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
> You've done your time in Hell."
> ~Author Unknown~
>
> It's the Military, not the reporter who has given us the freedom of
> the press. It's the Military, not the poet, who has given us the freedom
> of speech. It's the Military, not the politicians that ensures our right
> to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. It's the Military who
> salutes the flag, who serves beneath the flag, and whose coffin is
> draped by the flag.
>
>
> If you care to offer the smallest token of recognition and
> appreciation for the Military, please pass this on and pray for our men
> and women who have served and are currently serving our country and pray
> for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.

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[PAPPY]

AMEN....PAPPY

[bill(de)]

God Bless our brave Men and Women in Uniform and the "Final Inspection " says it all !!

[Gregory]

Heart touching,
Thanks for posting this Ron.

Greg

[Saraqa]

[EPC Guy]

Thank you for this post, Ron. If heaven doesn't accept our soldiers, I know I wouldn't want to go there.

[Capt.B]

Amen Brother, great post.

[Jazdo]

Roger that!

[leelo]

WELL PUT< IAM WITH YOU ON THAT> GOD BLESS THE TROOPS/

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