Proudly I Stand

Proudly I stand
and hold the flag,
while these young soldiers
head off to the sand.

With grief I stand
and hold the flag,
while honoring this hero
who died in the sand.

With tears streaming
I hold the flag,
while his young son screams
"I want my Dad!"

With respect I stand
and hold the flag,
an honor and a privilege
my duty without end.