Hero’s Day
One young lad in family tradition,
Takes on the green of Army garb.
Father served, retired Navy;
Older brother, Army Warrant officer.
Other big brother also served,
Flew an A-7 in Vietnam.
Unassuming, a quiet one is he,
Three tours in camouflage served.
Duty’s Diligence, serves his country,
Forging path to Army Ranger.
Family at home applaud,
The life their son had chosen.
Believing him in Georgia, safe;
Chosen few; secret rescue mission.
Black Hawk on the fly, saving others,
Enemy fire ruled out, troubled flight.
Helicopter search and rescue,
Mission scrubbed by accident.
Each day served, a hero’s day,
Two rangers serve their last.
Family of heroes grieve, back home,
Their son, brother gave his all.
Family gatherings; four had served;
Now just three and one empty plate.
