Holidays, festivals, and celebrations are times to be spent with family. Seldom do people serving in the Armed Forces get time off for this basic need. These extraordinary men and women sacrifice their family life and all the simple pleasures just so we can be safe. No matter the country or where they are serving, the lives of soldiers are all the same. Their families share the same fears, anxiety, sorrow, and pride. The sacrifice of these brave soldiers and their families can never be repaid. The least we can do is pray for their safe return.
— Anita R. Mohan, Chantilly
An Army Child's Wish
My family is like any other
Dad, mom, brother, sister
Grandma, grandpa, uncles,
aunts, cousins, friends.
We gather together, celebrate
holidays, anniversary, birthdays
Pray, eat, play, have fun
But dad is always missing
Mom gives our presents
She keeps dad's aside
drying her silent tears
I really wish dad could
join in every celebration
But he is away serving
protecting, sacrificing,
keeping our country safe
During this holiday season
please say a little prayer
for my dad and for all other
dads and moms who
wish they could be with
their loved ones and families
but could not, as duty calls
and pray for their safe return.
Copyright © Anita R Mohan