(C) Kathleen L. Hicks

Today I leave you in good hands; I'll come back my little man.
But while I'm off in distant lands; take good care of Mommy,
And take good care of you.

You're my homeland soldier boy, and on this day our troops deploy.
Now this is what I ask of you:  take good care of Mommy,
And take good care of you.

She'll take on jobs that I would do.
She'll do so much to see us through.
She's special both to me and you.
Please take good care of  Mommy.

I ask you to be brave and strong, to do your part to get along.
Your picture's in my pocket;  I'll write home soon to you.

America stands ready; we've done it through the years.
For love of home and country; for those who live in fear.
For liberty and freedom, to live the life we know,
I'm proud to do my duty son; this is why I go.

Now give me that brave salute, a great big hug, and son,
Take good care of you and take good care of Mom.