Leave No One Behind

In the military,
They follow the code:
"No One Left Behind."
No matter what the load.

Yet some veterans are homeless,
 Some have no income--
And have problems getting healthcare
After protecting our freedom.

Hospitals run drills
To practice for disasters--
Why not have a special place to help
Cope with PTSD and get it mastered?

They have special rehab places
For those who lost a limb.
Or have a TBI and must learn
Some things all over again.

No one likes to be awake
All night, unable to close their eyes--
Imagine the nightmares of seeing
Bombings and men, women, and children die.

Some can't stand the pain,
And take their own life.
Others fly into rages--
Terrifying their kids and wives.

We need to follow their
Military code--not just
In battle, but here at home.
It's an absolute must.

God Bless those who serve,
We owe them a huge debt.
Leave no one behind--make sure
It's quality care they get.