B.J. Ayers - Why This Uniform

I wear this uniform, I’m proud to say,
I do a job, that others despair,
I chose to do it, but not for the pay,
For love of God and Country, I swear,

I’m there when called, wherever a need,
In disasters you’ll see me, I’ll stand tall,
To protect my Country, I’ll always lead,
To give my life, if that’s my call,

Some will praise others will scorn, ,
I wear this uniform, to insure for all,
Their voice is heard, for that I‘ve sworn,
I’m proud of this uniform, for it stands tall,

The time may come, with my life I may give,
I ask for one thing, and one alone,
To those who scorn, for them I forgive,
Freedom for all, for that I‘ll be known.

B.J. Ayers

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