War-Torn

The other side of the bed is cold
Because the love of her life is absent 
The parents pass photos around of their child
For when the family reunion comes around that child is nonexistent 
The young boy is missing his father
The male figure in his life is lacking 
They are off serving the country they love
Giving it all up for what they believe in 
Shedding it all
Sweat, tears and even blood 
Though we may not all be in favor of warfare
We still thank you 
You the solider
Make us proud 
On behalf of all Americans
I want to salute you