This is my country land of my birth
I'm so blessed to call America home,
in my eyes it supersedes all others on earth
from this splendid beauty I never wish to roam.
Red White and Blue fills our country today
as we celebrate this fourth of July,
with pride and appreciation proudly displayed
and an abundance of fireworks that light up the sky.
Each launching set off with a thunderous blast
as the "Stars Spangled Banner" we sing,
we reflect and honor true patriots of past
who vigilantly fought so that freedom may ring.
Brilliant colors mirrored through sparkling eyes
as oohs and aahs resound in the air,
a renewed sense of unity once again realized
while caught up in a trance of mesmerized stares.
In the night like a back drop our American flag waves
although a bit torn and tattered,
displaying her battle scars as the road she paves
to victory from times when our world becomes shattered.
Where freedom is threatened she'll always be raised
even down to her very last thread,
hands joined together while singing her praise
resolved and determined to protect our homestead.
Whatever your position on the war in Iraq
please give our soldiers their due,
on this day above all don't put them under attack
they still protect liberty for me and for you!!!
To our troops who are serving at home and abroad
your sacrifice is not in vain,
though the road to freedom is not easily trod
an imminent victory you are sure to attain.
So on this fourth of July may we truly reflect
and celebrate our freedom's birth,
that our country no matter what it's defects
is still By Far the grandest country on earth!!!!
Author notes
I felt like today I should write a poem that honors my country as well as the past and present troops who have and are serving us.With all of our faults to me this is still by far the grandest country on earth and may our God bless us and especially those who are sacrificing family and friends by serving our country at home and abroad. OK, I WILL DELETE ANY COMMENT THAT TRASHES MY COUNTRY!!! THIS IS A TRIBUTE TO THE SOLDIERS AND AMERICA SHOWING MY APPRECIATION FOR ALL THEY DO !!!SO IF YOU CAN'T SAY SOMETHING POSITIVE DON'T SAY ANYTHING AT ALL!!!!
A contest entry
- Ode to the Military by ur-ma-warnd-bout-me.
1000 points, ended July 12, 2008, 11 entries
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Gos bless America the greatest country with the bravest troops in the world. Standing tall & proud I salute my country & love this write. -
Fab
Happy 4th of July from across the pond!
Patronism at its finest!
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amazing....
i wasn't born in the states,
but i've spent my life here and i love this piece...
i can't decide whether or not i want to be happy,
or if i want to cry. i love this, i really do.
after losing my brother and my best friend in Iraq,
it was like everyone i came in contact with
was blaming them for the choice they made
instead of understanding that they were standing up
for a country they believed in...
in a sense this has kind of renewed my faith in Americans.... Thanks so much :]] -
Excellent
To our troops who are serving at home and abroad
your sacrifice is not in vain,
though the road to freedom is not easily trod
an imminent victory you are sure to attain
I personally thank you for defending our servicemen
This is truly beautiful, and well said
I have my own thoughts
http://allpoetry.com/poem/4378211
I would love it if you read me
Rick
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*Stands at attention and salutes the flag*
Thank you for this display of patriotism. You echo what is in my own heart. As a US soldier deployed to Korea right now, I appreciate messages such as this. -
Few realize it...
but this country is the recipient of the physical blessings promised to Abraham that were withheld for thousands of years.
Of course, while I agree, this country is both blessed and a blessing to all other nations (who choose not to pit themselves against us), we should be careful not to make the USA an idol...humble pride is called for--the paradoxical oxymoron that will (maybe I should say "could") keep this country from flaming out as time winds down. Even the Israelites came to see themselves as untouchable because they were "chosen"...they forgot that the man named Israel walked with a limp precisely because YHWH "touched" him on his hip. This country, like the apostle Paul, needs to acknowledge that it has a thorn in the flesh, and accept and live the humility that limps and thorns symbolize.
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Nice poem
I'm not the kind of person to be suprised by others patriotism but this was nicely put. Also sounds great. good jo
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Beautiful poem
Great poem. Too many are afraid to show their patriotism. We all need to do it more. Thank you. Beautifully done, artfully rendered.
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=] I love my country so very much. Fabulous write praising the USA and all who serve it!
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Bravo
I for one am damn proud to be an American. Perhaps those so disgruntled can move to Burma or Somlia where freedom it but a dream for so many. Again Bravo -
I'm afraid I don't like jingoist poetry (even Scottish jingoist poetry, even though I'm proud to be a Scot). I think a country's greatest patriot is its sternest critic - like Woodie Guthrie in the case of America.
However, I do appreciate the construction of this poem, and I can see you put in a lot of hard work. Keep on writing, because you have considerable talent. Best wishes.
M.
(By the way, your notes say: "IF YOU CAN'T SAY SOMETHING POSITIVE DON'T SAY ANYTHING AT ALL", but right under that you have left the "Please tell me what you think" facility on. I think someone else below has mentioned this little contradiction.) -
lol I tried to do the symbol of the US flag but didn't work
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American Patriot!
Oh now you have made me smile
,I absolute love America and everything to do with it,I even wrote a high school book on America,has everything to do with America,you may like to read my poems Real American Hero,Our American Flag and The United States Of America,**==,Hazel
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A country is in one's heart, and this you have so aptly done. I've been to America, and have many American friends, so I get the feeling so beautifully portrayed. FransB.
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Being an ex-Marine, I really appreiate this poem. I agree with you that America is truly a great place to live and call home. Thank you for you patriotism and poem. It is wonderful.
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BRAVO
SALUTE!!!!!!!! SALUTE!!!!!!!! SALUTE!!!!!!!! -
This is an excellent poem about America and our side.
I, and others thank you today and every other day for writting this poem."May God continue to bless this bountiful land."
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a tribute to our country and our people who fight to keep it free
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Beautifully patriotic and greatly appreciated by those that have served and are serving. May God bless them all for their sacrifice. Well written. Thank you for sharing.
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be easier to read if the text were white on blue
background
I don't know if background text color is allowed here though
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My husband has spent time In Iraq so I truly appricate this poem and I thank you for writing it,
Many blessings to all who have served will serve and are still serving.
Godspeed to all and Godspeed to you.
Many Blessings
Frozentearz
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Beautifully patriotic... you should read this at some 4th of July event in your town next year. It's a really incredible and inspirational piece.
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United States
The land of Freedom this great country of thee. America offers so much and to me it is the only country in the world that I would live in. Proud to be an American even prouder of our troops. They sacrifice so much in doing so we have a better place to live.
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Excellent
You took me to a stand still and deep thought of gratitude!! I am so grateful to truly be an American!!
American Pride perfect title and 1st line it too was born here and the last it is the grandest Country on earth enveloped the whole poem perfectly. So Proud to be an American is how I feel!! Perfect write and visual, thank you so much for sharing your gift!!
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Outstanding Tribute
An outstanding Tribute to our troops I was captured from the first stanza. Your words rang true and from the heart. I really enjoyed this piece Toni, being a Vietnam Vet I know the appreciation we get whenever we see that not only us veterans give tribute to Old Glory and freedoms ring. Thank You so much for sharing. As alway's your work stems from your heart with great emotion....Andy..aka..Lovin Charmer -
Wow
Wow,I just need to comment on this,I love this poem and I love America,you should read my poems Our American Flag ,Angels and Real American Hero...Hazel
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Well done
This is something really good!! I like this alot... well done!!!
SMILE!!!
:-D
.::MiSs___AsHaLeE::.
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And I salute you
we forget so easy the sacrifice made by those, the brave. But as long as you have pen & paper we shall overcome those who do. -
Outstanding write
Excellent write dear friend.Our country would do well if more people felt for our country as much as you. I found your piece refreshing, like a cool mountain stream flowing smoothly down a tall mountain.I was captured from your first words and looked forward to each paragraph, and idea as it flowed from your heart in your Patriotic statement. I Have a piece I wrote for Independence Day also If you would care to give it quick glance http://allpoetry.com/poem/2037378 ...Keep on Penning dear your good at it.....LC
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Amazing poem. Loved it . Reallly had a sence of pride .
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Wonderful poem
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Though I myself am not at ALL patriotic, I quite liked this. So, well done! -
omg this was amazing. loved it. ~ hdb
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Very patriotic!
Thanks for sharing this work on America's birthday. Good message showing you love for this great country! Nice work!!
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What a powerful poem!! I loved it!!!!
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Modestly written. I have been to the USA once and I did not like it (I was in Los Angeles). I believe you have very high crime rates.
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Americans will always be known for their great patriotism; as is obvious in this poem. Liked the flow, the rhythm, rhyme and sentiments you express so well in these lines. Easy to read and understand how you feel about your country. Especially on July 4 - to recognize all those that have fought for the country in the past and that do now as well.
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googd timing. on the 4th of july. keep writing. it is such a beautiful poem. thank you for sharing it with everyone
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Great Tribute!
What a wonderful poem to honor this day. I felt the passion and patriotism just come off the page. Very good writing and I thank you for sharing! Many Blessings to you, FAH
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Absolutely perfect write. Not a better time to write this than today. I really loved it so make sure you keep up the good work.
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"that our country no matter what it's defects
is still By Far the grandest country on earth!!!!"
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Such a fine way and a fine poem to honour the 4th of July. I completly agree with not attcking the soldiers theres is, after all, is not to reason why but it is to do and put their lifes on the line, they re not to blame if blame were to be pointed. great write here very well written
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HUH?????????
Hi Toni - see you wrote another poem - well I won't comment on it now - will combine the 2 poems - or I may just write a poem in reply - telling it like it really is - this is your day, so I'll bite my lip Toni - Bless The Lord - Joe - -
Excellent
Just another beautiful poem very patriotic and true. Great day to post such a tribute to this great Nation and in times of such dispare. Enjoyed and appreciated such a wonderful expression on faith and pride in this Country. Thanks for sharing, Melody.
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I love My Country as You
To our troops who are serving at home and abroad
your sacrifice is not in vain,
though the road to freedom is not easily trod
an imminent victory you are sure to attain.
So on this fourth of July may we truly reflect
and celebrate our freedom's birth,
that our country no matter what it's defects
is still By Far the grandest country on earth!!!!
Thank you for this wonderfull faithfull write
Great thoughts for this day
Rick
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Bravo
And I stand proud of you & this wonderful piece of poetry. Some may not agree but they have the freedom to disagree & that says it all. Again Bravo
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What a wonderful poem! We all know that God has a special place in His heart for the USA; after all, that is why He has blessed it with freedom and large portions of food, whilst the rest of the world suffers under Satan's slavery and starves.
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