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America I loved you in my youth,with all my heart and soul

An Aging Veterans Prayer


By Joseph P. Martino ——--August 31, 2009

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image"America I loved you in my youth,with all my heart and soul....And I still believe in what you stand for, now that I have grown grey and old. We live in a republic where freedom of speech, justice,liberty and equality for all, are the mortar, brick,foundation and cornerstone of our great democracy.

Precious guidelines and undeniable truths that our founding fathers weaved and express so eloquently in the U.S.CONSTITUTION. Principles to strive for and live by not for just the present moment, but for a lifetime. Every second, minute,hour and day of each and every passing year. Our past and present veterans blood was shed and flesh was torn on forign battle fields in defense of these shining truths and principles so others should remain free. So please keep us vets in your heart felt thoughts and prayers for we are growing old, you see. Liberty and freedom comes at a high cost and is never really free, For without the sacrifice of our brave armed forces there would be no liberty. So,always remember the one's who fell in combat and the aging veterans who still remain... and when you meet and greet them tell them their heroic efforts in defense of freedom and liberty were not fought in vain."

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Joseph P. Martino——

Joseph P. Martino has authored over 165 quotes and poems.  He was born 9-17-37 in Staten Island, NY, spent his Army tour in Korea, and then served as a New York State Peace Officer for 32 years. He has developed many innovations which include safety and fire prevention devices, suggestions on how to reduce teen violence and medical and prescription reform, etc.

Johnny Carson played with his patented practice baseball bat on the show.  Two pro baseball teams experimented with his practice bats and a pro football team used his ankle exerciser. athletic teams use his motivational quotations.

Martino played army and semi-pro baseball, along with other sports.  He and his inventions have been featured in Associated Press and Sports Illustrated. He has traveled to over 45 countries.  His quotes and poems are published worldwide.


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