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 AMERICA ATTACKED 51 
TIRED ANGELS 
![]() firefighters and volunteers everywhere. 
I believe in angels, 
I’ve seen them doing things. 
They’re sweaty and dirty and 
They don’t have wings. 
They wear black and yellow coats 
Or sometimes red or white. 
When the light shines on them 
Reflective tape glows bright. 
They’re a big family 
With brothers and sisters around the world. 
They go where needed 
With flag unfurled. 
Their families understand 
And know the risks they take. 
They serve to help 
Not for the money they make. 
While they do their work 
We stand and watch. 
As they save a life 
With a gentle touch. 
Not all are saved 
Many perished there. 
And they are moved 
With the same loving care. 
They’re called firefighters 
And rescue workers, too. 
We offer our thanks 
There’s little more we can do. 
There’s no reward on earth 
That gives them what they’re due! 
But I’m sure there’s a special place in Heaven 
For these angels true. 
© 2001 Jacklyn S. Rosendahl 
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