Serving Britain

Found this poem on Facebook and thought it was lovely:

When one becomes connected

To the military family
It does not matter which part one is in
You’ll always be proud of all three

Masters of the seas … The Royal Navy
Might be the oldest of the three
But they’ll still send enemies packing
To keep our waters free

Masters of the skies … The Royal Air Force
Put on breathtaking show
When taking out a target
Before they even know

Masters of the land … The British Army
Our Brothers in Arms of course
Britain’s got no worries
Thanks to this truly awesome force

Operational tours can be very hard to face
With loved ones posted away
Facing so much danger
Putting their lives on the line every day

But our armed forces have another role
Through the hearts and minds they share
Building whole new lives for less privileged folk
Showing them that they care

When posted at home bases
They’re still away from home
But at least there’s much less danger
And they don’t feel so alone

Then there are the ceremonies
Each service playing their part
Regalia, pomp and circumstance
All delivered from the heart

Military shows
Truly spectacular displays
Showing the world what our armed forces do best
Whilst spectators watch on so amazed

There may be three separate forces
Each one serving a role
But they’re one big military family
Serving Britain – their ultimate goal

© Michaela Turner (aka Kale) proud mum of a serving soldier