The Ultimate Sacrifice He started the day a little behind

The Ultimate Sacrifice

He started the day a little behind,
kissing the kids as he rushed out the door.
Another day older, and the weather grew colder.
Was it really worth it, he just wasn't sure.
But when the bells rang, there's no time to question,
he always knew that was the price.
Yet each time he left In the back of his mind
I'm sure that he wondered what he'd sacrifice.
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And we look back and wonder what went through their mind,
Did they ever falter, as the smoke made them blind.
Their courage unquestioned, they were caught in a vice
But they came ready to pay
the Ultimate Sacrifice.
Yea they came ready to pay the ultimate sacrifice.

Well the time passes quickly, seems like just yesterday.
And the momma sit sadly as her children all play.
Was it really worth it, she's not really sure.
Cause daddy ain't ever walking back through that door.
But just then she catches a glimpse of his face,
The smile and the lines she almost can trace.
His sacrifice made, so others could live.
The man that she loved, gave all he could give.
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And we no longer wonder what when through their minds.
Its those fiery places, that courage defines.
Their lives like an ointment a savory spice,
Poured out on that day,
The ultimate sacrifice,
Yea poured out that day, the ultimate sacrifice.