911

Shamelessly, we took you for granted
As you served us everyday.
Horror gave birth to realization
Of the respect that we should pay.

You put your lives on the line
Each time you answered an alarm,
As you go about your business,
Protecting us from harm.

Relentless in your bravery,
Never showing when afraid.
We will remember your heroism,
And the price that you paid.

911, a day of terror,
Which turned into Hell,
Buried beneath smoldering rubble,
As two mighty giants fell.

Regretably, cowards were the victors
On that gruesome September day.
Unforgetable memories of your valor
Within our hearts forever stay.

From this day forth the rest of you
Will receive the respect that you deserve.
May God Himself protect all of you,
As you protect and serve.

B.G. Wetherby