“A Hero’s Welcome”

Time to come home dear brother

Your tour of duty through

You’ve given as much as anyone

Could be expected to do

Just a few steps further

The smoke will start to clear

Others here will guide you

You have no need of fear

You have not failed your brothers

You clearly gave it all

And through your selfless actions

Others will hear the call

So take your place of honor

Among those who have gone before

And know you will be remembered

For now and evermore

-Robert Longley

First tear of the day. Rest in peace.