First In and the Last to Leave

Dedicated to America’s everyday heroes—Sparky and all of our first responders and their bravery and dedication to our safety

1^st verse

Did you see our friends and neighbors bravely lead the way

As we saw those towers fall that black September day

While others ran for shelter

Our heroes joined the fight

No time for fear—their mission clear

To save another life

They live their lives by a simple creed

Be the first in and the last to leave

2^nd verse

Did you see our sons and daughters bravely heed the call

As Katrina’s mighty storm surge breached the levee walls

On the rooftops people clung in shock

As our heroes filled the skies

No time for fear—their mission clear

To save another life

They live their lives by a simple creed

Be the first in and the last to leave

Refrain

Did you know that heroes walk our streets

Young and old—every nationality

And when we face a desperate time

They always put it on the line

Unafraid to pay the price

Ever ready to sacrifice

Living their lives by a simple creed

Be the first in and the last to leave

Bridge

With heads bowed we pay them homage

For the sacrifices made

We salute them for their courage

And the lives that they have saved

©bobby watts/cheryl clawson 2008