SEMPER FI....excerpt from "Written in Blood"

SEMPER FI

Twisted shards of metal

Impacting the unprotected flesh

Screams of anguish echo in the loud silence

Blood trickles from the gaping wounds

Shell casings surround the tracks of war

Following the duty engulfed soldier

The soul slips into an eternal abyss

Internal tears the only solace remaining

The day lay in a harmonious peace

For death chooses no victors

War for them has ceased

Transforming each from veteran to victim

As the flames of a phoenix renew

So to does the life of a soldier

Redeemed through the vigilance

That awaits those who threaten the freedom

Enduring the separation from humanity

Compelled by honor and a sense of duty

Standing proud on the wall

The choice is made

Semper fi

DAILY TIP NOV 2 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 2 2011

It may seem like a trivial matter and something you can choose to ignore, walk away and totally forget about. Getting a 'poppy' from a Veteran and giving a donation for it is a huge deal. Not only does it show support for past and current military personnel but it shows your patriotism for your country and appreciation for the freedom given. The monies raised between now and November 11 Veteran's Day (US) Remembrance Day (CAN, UK) go to help Veteran's readjust to life as a civilian. Go to help in housing, food, health care etc. 


Veteran's and current Soldiers don't get the attention they so richly deserve unless it's a national holiday or during the annual Poppy Drive. That is unacceptable in my eyes. We as Canadians (or citizens of your home country), have a duty to honor our Military every day and not just when it is convenient.

Never forget that freedom has a price and it's been 'Written in Blood'

A New Soldier..excerpt from "Written in Blood"

A New Soldier’s Life

Fresh faced and innocent signing up to fight

Weeks of basic training enduring on the mind

Rugged and tough eyes opened to new realities

Still unaware of the life to come

Deployed to a war zone engulfed in courageous fear

Prepared to stand post until properly relieved

Letters from home sparse but give hope

News and goodies welcomed sight to behold

Days turn into months, endless sleepless nights

Drills and exercises become second nature

Movie and popcorn a thrill on a Saturday night

A slight moment of relaxation within the bounds of war

Battle lines drawn memories embedded

Tour of duty concludes with bittersweet goodbyes

Plane ride home engulfs joyful anticipation

Family awaits their heroic soldiers return

A new soldiers life filled with challenge and awe

Regaining some semblance of normality

Daily routines begin to take hold

Always ready to protect our freedom