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U.S.N.

Saying goodbye, letting go, leaving home.
It all came so fast.
What a joy you are in my life!
Eighteen years quickly flash by.

My son is now a man.

He never saw my tears as I held him close to my heart.
I told him how much I loved him as the recruiter motioned him to part.

Those innocent eyes meet mine as he enters the car...
and they drive away.
I keep thinking he'll be home any minute,
but then like a bitter sting in my heart, the truth wins out.

I miss you so much, my son.
My love of country and freedom
gives me the strength to give you up.

Your civilian life is over now,
my pride for you is glowing.
Be safe my son, now a United States Sailor.
Come home to me when duty is done.

By Maria Brodeur
Copyright 2004
Listed 05/02/2005

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