A veteran of The Armed Forces
Traveled in the air and sailed on the sea
They always answered the call
While in a line of duty
With strength and courage
A veteran always stayed true
Always carrying out their mission
While representing the red, white and blue

We deal with the matter that is called life
So fickle and whimsical
Moments are constantly fleeting
Situations are totally unpredictable
With each day that passes
There are new lessons to learn
We embraces those challenges respectfully
In order to grow and earn

Intelligence is golden
Be a person to utilize it well
Sprinkle goodness everywhere
And shine that bell
The mind is a sharp tool
Always enhance your vision
Take those steps along the guided path
Carry out your determination

Continue to stay determined
And give it your best
Put energy and effort into everything
Thrive on being a success
Let no one discourage you
Build on your testimony
Create your own legacy
Walk along that path that leads you to victory

Through troubled times
You learn how to survive
Terrains and pitfalls appear
But, you must lift yourself up to strive
The road to the gold is not easy
You may have to go through a maze
Keep charging along
In order to find those sunny days

In the beginning of the journey
We may travel through the storm
Cloudy weather appears on the horizon
Some things may differ from the norm
We still have to hang in there
And believe that we can make things right
Put forth a full effort on the endeavor
Spread good cheer in order to take flight

If you have a strong will
Then, you can achieve
Put your heart into everything
No matter how difficult the battle may seem
Build your inner strength
Just rise up to the core
Fill your world with positivity
There is much more in store

Darkness is there
Because, you have chosen the wrong path
Continue along that wavelength
And you will fall even further back
Get your life together
Turn those negatives around
Never lose faith and hope
Just lift yourself off of the ground

Higher learning enrichs the mind
Read those books to find valuable information
One shall edify themselves a great deal
And continue on with your determination
Visualize being top notch
Challenge yourself each day
Bring forth strength and courage
Set the good standard in every way

The future is in your hands
Go forward and conquer
Continue to acquire knowledge
Be the one to prosper
You can go a long way
Always enrich your mind
Have a kindred spirit
In order to be bright as the sunshine