Christmas in Uniform

It's taped to the wall in his barracks. Next to a crayon drawing from

back home. Two perfect smiles that bring him comfort. Let's him know

that he's not alone. But this time of year it hurts a little

more. Being halfway around the world. And all he has for the

holidays is that Polaroid of his wife and little girl. It's Christmastime in

uniform, just doing what we do. Sacrificing for the better good so

dreams can still come true. Don't feel sorry for us, it's the life

that we chose. But Christmas ain't the same when a soldier can't make it