These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

The Treasure

At times it seems the days are long
with naught to do, but wait.
Create a thought or sing a song
and "Guard your post to date."

Commander ordered me right here
to keep a treasure great.
The reason's not always so clear,
but "Guard your post to date."

The post is far from daily kith
or battle left and right.
He said to "Guard with every breath,
and stand with all your might."

The battle for our freedoms rage
around the world and home.
The children of the newest age
we guard 'til bloom may come.

So many lose their lives at the front,
while I must mind the store.
To keep the treasure safe from the hunt
illumines reason more.

For those, who face the surly foe,
are heroes brave and sure,
but same, the guards of treasure know,
while keeping shall endure.

We lay our lives upon the line
to keep the future strong.
Whether at our home or across the brine,
remember we in loving song.

We follow orders straight and true
to guard through boredom's cloud.
I'll do my best to live for You,
with the treasure before You bow.

by Jay O'Toole
on May 27th, 2019