My American Soldier

He's my American soldier
And I don't even know his name
Somehow I'd like to let him know
That I love him just the same

He's hot, he's tired and he's hungry
I hope he hears my prayer
He's my American Soldier
I'm the reason that he's there

He walks the streets of Baghdad
With a weapon in his hand
He's my American soldier
He's there to protect my land

Sometimes he sleeps a little
But he really doesn't rest
He's my American soldier
He's doing his very best

I think about him often
And pray to God above
He's my American soldier
Protect him with your love.

Please build a shield around him
And let him know I care.
He's my American soldier.
I'm the reason that he's there.

Wendy J. Carter - Author