Sadness wells up in me

Pain through the tears, I can't see

 

Sorrow, darkness the hurt inside

The thoughts and fears I can't hide

 

Wishing, hoping does not abate

Such is the destiny of one's fate

 

What I do know is I love you

Army strong in everything you do

 

Hold your head up son, never back down

Your decisions are true, your judgement is sound

 

So, Lead they will follow, such is your task

More than this no one will ask

 

For they know of a leader with heart

Honestly they've known from the start

 

You are the compass, you lead the way

Trust in yourself, you'll not lead astray

 

4 tours strong, you're battle tested

In this trial you'll not be bested.

 

More than this I cannot say Shayse,

YOU are my hero Each and every day

 

September 2011