My Oath

[Lily]

It is my duty
to be strong and be tough.
It is my duty
to accept what is never enough.
It is my duty
to keep hearth and home.
It is my duty
to be satisfied alone.
It is my duty
to raise my child.
It is my duty
to be passionate and mild.
It is my duty
to prepare and perform.
It is my duty
not to look tired and worn.
It is my duty
to stand tall and be proud.
It is my duty
to stand out in a crowd.
It is my duty
to hold him each night.
It is my duty
to wave until his helicopter leaves my sight.
It is my duty
to worship and pray.
It is my duty
to remain at the end of the day.
It is my honor
to commit to this life.
It is my honor
to be this soldier's wife.