Disclaimer: I do not own any of the characters referred to in this piece.
Author's Note: I can only guess at some of these items. These are things
that I would want people in this role to know.
I KNOW.
I am a Marine.
I know how to follow orders.
I know how to best handle hand to hand combat.
I know perfect parade drilling: how to march, and how to fall in step.
I know how to hit my target and properly clean my weapon afterwards.
I know how to defend my country from all enemies.
I know I will give my life to protect you.
I am an Officer.
I know how to give orders.
I know proper procedures for disciplining and counseling those who serve
under me.
I know how to look out for the welfare of my troops.
I know how to make decisions for the greatest good.
I know my duty.
I am a Lawyer.
I know the UCMJ.
I know how to place that stray piece of evidence into the puzzle.
I know where to look when things don't seem to add up.
I know how to question witnesses, and how to present closing arguments.
I know the thrill of victory when I loose and the agony of defeat when I
win.
I know justice will be served.
I am a Woman.
I know to trust my instincts.
I know differences can be strengths.
I know I can find strength in my tears.
I know how to be both strong and feminine.
I know how to make you crumble, should I choose to.
I know how to defend myself in times of need.
I know love is not a weakness.
I am your Friend.
I know your history.
I know your fears.
I know I can trust your strength when mine fails.
I know you can turn to me when you need me.
I know we are stronger together.
I am NOT your Lover.
I know your kiss.
I know what it feels like to wake up in your arms.
I know the thrill I get from your smile.
I know it breaks my heart to see you hurting.
I do not know what it feels like to make love to you.
I know I would trade what I do know to know what I don't.