They fought for us so fiercely; not all of them survived
In the trenches of a far off land, longingly deprived
Intentions were so noble, to fight for a good cause
Not thinking of a selfish thought, or anyone’s applause
I am thankful for their efforts, although I’m not so sure
How someone fighting someone else, is any kind of cure
It seems so very simple, that we should all just get along
And when will we finally realize, that fighting is so wrong
This thought is not so different, it’s all been thought before
By those that were left behind and those that went to war
I feel for all the families, of loved ones that were lost
The price they paid for freedom, was such a heavy cost
I am so very hopeful, but I can’t help feeling sad
I want the wars to end and it makes me feel so mad
But today I am so grateful, for sacrifices that were made
And thankful I can live my life, without being too afraid
Don Hamaliuk, St. Albert
