they stand there on the ground,
not bothering to worry about their safety,
knowing there's loved ones back home worrying about it for them.
the sound of gunfire is all around,
echoing as shells hit buildings,
and people shout in frustration and fear.
they stand there proudly,
knowing what they do is something bigger than they are.
that their friends, family,
and even people they don't know,
will be able to wake up another day, and not live in fear.
instead, they'll be able to live in freedom.
they get shot at by the other side,
knowing every bullet that comes their way,
could be the last one they ever take,
and that it could be