A SOLDIER I was one of those that others did not dare to be I went where others feared to go And did what others failed to do I asked nothing from those who gave nothing And reluctantly accepted the thought of eternal loneliness ...Should I fail I have seen the face of terror Felt the sting of fear And enjoyed the sweet taste of a moment's love I have cried, pained and hoped But most af all I have lived times That others would say are best forgotten At least now today I am able to say That I am proud of what I was ...A SOLDIER