I have been pondering how it was before we were here on this earth

and the wars that were fought and all of the mom's, sister, & wives survived and they were

okay when their husbands were away. I think of the pioneers and how they had such hard

trials and they were okay. And the people today who live in other countries who don't

have the freedoms we do today. Just know that Freedom isn't Free...

Our brothers/fathers/son's/daughters/sisters/aunts/uncles/grandparents

are fighting to keep our country safe and to allow us to enjoy the blessings we've had for so long.

I have two of the best brothers I could ask for leaving their wives and their babies in June to serve ALL OF US AMERICANS , I pray for their safety, and for them to know how Thankful I am to them! I came across this poem while going through papers with my mom and wanted to log it in my blog! You might need a tissue or two.....

A Mother's Pride

I'm watching my son

As he's packing today,

he's going to serve his country,

A long time to stay...

My heart is filled with pride

As I look in his face,

I pray from my heart

He's in a safe place...

I want to tell him

That I love him so,

How much I will miss him

As off he does go....

I hope this country knows the sacrifices I make,

As my proudest possession

I allow them to take...

God surround him with Angels

Always staying near,

And help me to be strong

and please remove my fear.

by: Marilyn McGee