Sword in hand,
I take a stand.
Watch over the land,
My duty to protect.
Keep the enemy away.
I will not waiver nor sway.
I strike him down with my saber.
May God be my light, my savior.
Country, I live.
Only one life I give.
Past the torch to my younger brothers.
Older now I pray for the fallen.
Sad, the loss in the faces of mothers.
I salute the National Anthem with tears flowing.
Proud to be an American, a Marine.
Breathe deep.
Freedom isn't free, knowing.
The Promise I keep.
Here,is where I will be.
Sworn oath to keep my Country free .
Happy Birthday USMC!
Semper Fidelis
Richard Orszulak 11/02/2015