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In honor of my son-in-law this Memorial Day

Posted: May 30, 2011

We ride with an American flag on our bike

It waves on our Gold Wing behind us

Knowing our soldiers are fighting a war

In lands full of desert and dust

Our hearts are heavy losing a loved one so dear

Leaving behind two children and a wife

He gave his country the ultimate gift

For our freedom he gave up his life

I look at the flag now and know what it means

To have this freedom we share

No longer taking it for granted

And knowing that war isn't fair

So when we go out riding this summer

And see an American flag go by

I will take a moment to think of you

And wipe a tear from my eye

*In loving memory of Master Sargeant Michael T. Hiester who paid the supreme

sacrifice in Afghanistan on March 26, 2005.

RIP Michael; you are still so missed

;

Beautiful Poem - Military Mom

[ In Reply To ..]
This touched me so much, beautiful poem. Made me cry and appreciate even more the sacrifices our soldiers make. My son, too, just served his term in Afghanistan. When we went to his welcome home ceremony, it was bitter sweet thinking of those who did not come home. So on this special day and every day, God bless you, your son-in-law's family, and all those who serve/served our country, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Prayers to you!

My heart goes out to your daughter and her children, - Kendra

[ In Reply To ..]
as well as to you and all other family members who have lost a loved one to these wars. I cannot imagine how that feels and I hope to never have to tell my sons that their daddy will not be coming home. God bless you all!

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