The eyes say it all. The smile confirms it.
There are no eloquent speeches.
There are no drawn out stories.

It's a quiet knowing.
It's an understanding at the most humblest of levels.
It's coming to grips with the reality of the final few breaths of life.

By your side, we sit one more time.
Our journey in the moment is together.
Acknowledgement of your service, yes it is so.

We Honor Veterans.
A certificate of appreciation is read
A poem makes its way into the ceremony.
A placement of a Veterans Pin and a final hand salute.

Your Oath is fulfilled.
Your Mission is Accomplished.
Your Life has run its course.

Now is the time to lay down your baggage of war.
Now is the time to smile one last time.
Now is the time to Rest.

In Peace.
It's not written, It's not spoken...it's understood.