Thousands of valiant heroes, Our brothers, sisters and friends Have faught an ugly battle, Vowed to see it to it's end. Their bright red American blood Now saturates the sand, As we send more to take their places In a violent foreign land. Today we thank the families Those still left behind, The ones who live each day with loss The deep, heart wrenching kind. There is no consolation Worthy of all your tears I only hope your pain will soften With healing through the years.