"I learned about the Vietnam War today.
A lot of our boys had to go away.
Bobby's grandpa flew a plane.
What did you do Grandpa Wayne?"
"I was a combat medic Sweetheart.
Caring for the wounded was my part."
"My teacher said you have a fire in your chest.
Sometimes you don't get much rest."
"I guess that's true.
It's funny how war can affect you."
"'Welcome home' is what my teacher told me to say.
And 'thank you' for the price that you pay."
"Someday you will understand this to be true.
My Sweetheart, I did it all for you."
A collection of original poetry from a Vietnam War Veteran, David Rose, who is diagnosed with PTSD by the Veterans Administration. Some of these poems are very personal and dark while others are lighter, but I wanted to make them available to the public as an educational tool to everyone who is interested. The poems are copyrighted, but can be used for any nonprofit reason with credits. It is my sincere wish that someone will find these heart-felt writings useful.
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