Ultimate Sacrifice

Your name popped up on my news feed today
When I saw the three letters next to it, I couldn't quite find any words to say.
An Army soldier fighting in Afghanistan, dead at the age of twenty-one
You left behind a lot of sad people, including your wife and six month old son.
I know in our work, death can occur at anytime, and anywhere
But that doesn't mean that it's easier to deal with, or that I think it's fair.
I've dealt with death all my life, but military deaths hurt me more
For we share a unique bond, whether Air Force, Army, Navy, or Marine Corps.
The color of our camo was different, but we both swore the same oath
You were my friend and a military brother, and now I've lost you as both.
But you died honorably by giving the ultimate sacrifice in the war that you fought
You're guarding Heaven's gates now; if you can, be a pal and try to save me a spot.
You have fulfilled your duty here, so go now, and say hi to my sister and your mother
We have the watch now...may you forever Rest in Peace brother.