August 7, 2022
Oh dear, I have been remiss in posting here on my blog. I get so busy writing other things I forget to post them! However, an opportunity came my way to write something very special for my niece’s husband’s father, Jim Jaklich. He is singled out to participate in an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. As part of that honor, on the flight back home the honorees are treated to a Mail Call of cards, letters, and children’s pictures to say Thank You for your service. So I wrote a poem for him. If you are unfamiliar with the Honor Flight Network, check out their website at https://www.honorflight.org/.
With no further ado – here is the poem, I hope you enjoy it!
Thank You For Your Service By Marie Staight “Thank you for your service,” Seems so trite to say. I get undeniably nervous Because my stumbling words betray The heartfelt feelings that I hold For those of you that were so bold To swear an oath to defend Our nation and your family. It’s hard for me to comprehend, But you served throughout the calamity. So know that there is much more Than these spoken words expressed In my heart to say for your service in a war. Please understand I am stressed To convey my feelings for such devotion That you would put your life on hold. For our brave nation It fills me with chills so cold. So my words to recognize your sacrifice? “Thank you for your service.” Must suffice.
Please feel free to pass on this poem to your favorite veteran, but just make sure to give me credit for its writing!
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