Jon M. Nelson Poems

As we journey through our lives,
We all take separate paths.
Sometimes they're filled with sorrow,
Other times they're full of laughs.
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Once again, it's that time of year,
When the world should be full of cheer.
This is the time for peace and love,
As the angels watch from up above.
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You can't expect me to be something I'm not,
This is who I am and this is what you've got.
I won't pretend to be someone else's dream,
So that I can help with your self-esteem.
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You've grown up and we're proud of who you've become,
You have chosen a career that can only be done by a few.
We ask that you don't forget just where you came from,
As you get ready to join and serve the red, white, and blue.
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'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the camp,
The soldiers had changed out of clothes that were damp.
Our weapons were slung and held at the ready,
Although it was Christmas, we still stood rock steady.
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Republican, Democrat or undecided,
You have to admit we are divided.
It's hard to see who's right or wrong,
Because we just can't get along.
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No matter how difficult of a task you meet,
There are two things that you need to complete.
You may need to stop and say a prayer,
And of course, hard work will get you there.
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Walking endless miles has worn holes
into the souls of the shoes upon my feet.
No matter which way that I turn now
there seems to be a dead-end street.
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Over many decades I have done a lot of living
I have known many people and done a lot of giving.
Even though I am gone, I'm in a better place,
At some point I hope I put a smile on your face.
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He's lived a fulfilling Life,
He has seen and done it all.
He proudly served his country,
When Uncle Sam did call.
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