The work you do is done in silence
The things you see include such violence
You give so much and no-one sees
Despite petitions and many pleas

You gave your country many years
But all that now falls on deaf ears
Recognition at least will be a good start
It’s over to our government to now take part

Ex army now as you can guess
The higher powers now need to address
You sacrificed so many years
And put aside your heartfelt fears

But now you feel like you’re alone
And hurts you to the very bone
A pat on the back a shake of the hand
A simple thanks for protecting the land