Warrior Games
As a child I listened to the stories about
the war.
They were adventurous, exciting, left me
wanting more.
To me this person was ten feet tall.
When
I was taught to honor the flag, forever to
wave.
To honor those that have fought and the
sacrifices they gave.
Recalling friends and far off places mean a
lot.
Memories of serving should not be forgot.
Wounds, illness and time have taken their
tool.
I am in awe at the power of the soul.
Health, both
physical and mental, have diminished over the years.
Their fortitude, strength and spirit now persevere.
These games give new reason for the vets to
feel pride.
Once again to
compete with another by their side.
Countless hours of training each vet has
endured.
Perhaps during this brief respite they have
been cured.
Once warriors in
battle, never to taste defeat.
Decades have passed, old and new friends to
meet.
After the games we will all return home.
Return as a family,no one ot be left alone.
Michael Monfrooe
For all those taking part in Veteran Special Olympics.