Thoughts on Military Women

For decades, women have either supported the military by giving their time, talents or through actively participating as soldiers themselves. They have served in numerous capacities from fighting in the revolutionary war (incognito), and test flying fighter jets in WWII to serving as legal counselors in the JAG Corps, as nurses and most recently as “Lionesses” in the Iraq War supporting house to house search missions. At times they have engaged in combat.
Of course the reasons women serve are varied, but I believe the underlying theme for all of us is love for this great country and a desire to preserve our freedom. Although we’ve fallen on difficult times in the past few years, you have to agree that there is still no country on earth like America. Because of the sacrifices of women and men, past and present, It remains "The land of the free and the home of the brave".
I stand as a representative, a symbol of women who through the years have chosen to serve our country in a multitude of ways; Courageous women who have left family and home to go on an adventure that could be dangerous and require the ultimate sacrifice. Many women have given their lives for this country and many are serving at this very hour. To my knowledge there has never been a song written specifically about and for this group of dedicated soldiers, highlighting the difficult decisions and sacrifices they have faced and have sometimes been ridiculed for. I felt compelled to try my hand at penning a song and with the help of Debra L. Perry my producer, I was able to realize the production of this song, "A Tribute to Military Women".  I believe this song captures the essence and spirit of  those women who now need support and recognition for the sacrifices they have made on our country's behalf.  It is my hope that this song will engender your appreciation and respect for every Military Woman you will ever meet or read about.. There are many women who need to know that their country is aware of their sacrifice and that the American people see them as the heros they are. Your recognition means more to us than you know!

God Bless you and...Thanks for your support!

- Joyce Lynn