The life of a Veteran can be a hell on earth
full of Anguish, Pain and Sorrow.
Flashbacks, Nightmares and remembering
all the brothers that have no tomorrow.
In combat your mates were everything
dependable, strong and true.
But when you came home it was hard to express
all the turmoil deep inside you.
War changes people in many ways
brings out their best, their worst and their fear.
When reunited with mates you try to talk
but it always ends up in tears.
The experiences shared on the Battle Ground
can bring down the strongest of men.
The high price of being in the military
means you have to kill now and then.
The psychological effects of war
is where damage really lies.
Physical injuries take time to heal
but when the mind breaks it changes our lives.
If you have never served your country
been in a war zone and had to kill.
Give some thought and thanks to the brave Aussie lads
that put their lives on the line, to protect you.
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia