unsung heroes
the
silouette
we
know so well
standing
strong
fighting
the flames of hell
the
oppressive heat
the
weight of the gear
the
hours of training
year
after year
the
rotating shifts
nights
and days
always
there
in
so many ways
letting
the children
sound
the horns
rescuing
kittens
amongst
brambles and thorns
heartwrenching
calls
where
a life is lost
going
above and beyond
no
matter the cost
risking
their lives
each
time the alarm sounds
their
courage steadfast
knowing
no bounds
the
helplessness and futility
they
sometimes feel
overwhelmed
and powerless
often
times surreal
the
silent tears
shed
in sorrow
put
aside
to
deal with tomorrow
family
times missed
holidays
too
sacrifices
made
to
protect me and you
our
unsung heroes
taken
for granted tis true
please
accept belatedly
a
heartfelt thank you
tigs
