by Rachel LeBlanc

We fell in love hundreds of miles apart
But I knew I loved you right from the start

We lived apart for almost two years
Each time you left I held back tears

I moved to your posting and we started our life
From then on I have been a military wife

During this past year I've learned many things
About loving a soldier and all that it brings

You joined the forces to go overseas
I'll pray to God - Take care of him please

On your first tour I will dread our good-byes
But pride will shine through my tear-filled eyes

I'll stand by you as you fulfill your endeavour
For you are my soul mate and I'll love you forever