It
may not be the popular trend
To quote the pledge, hand over heart;
Some backlash from the “me” generation
Hesitant to be a part of
Something larger than themselves.
They dodge all symbols of commitment,
Shunning lyrics of allegiance
With a scowl of vague resentment.
I was taught to show respect
And carry hubris in my stance
When symbols of my cherished land
Remind of my inheritance.
The brave, the fearless patriots
Who gladly gave their all.
Who held her battle colors high
And never let them fall.
Red for those who shed their blood
So others might live free.
White, for virtues unreproached
And cherished purity.
Blue proclaims our loyalty,
No thought of sacrilege.
Yes, I will stand and raise my hand
With pride to quote the pledge.
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To quote the pledge, hand over heart;
Some backlash from the “me” generation
Hesitant to be a part of
Something larger than themselves.
They dodge all symbols of commitment,
Shunning lyrics of allegiance
With a scowl of vague resentment.
I was taught to show respect
And carry hubris in my stance
When symbols of my cherished land
Remind of my inheritance.
The brave, the fearless patriots
Who gladly gave their all.
Who held her battle colors high
And never let them fall.
Red for those who shed their blood
So others might live free.
White, for virtues unreproached
And cherished purity.
Blue proclaims our loyalty,
No thought of sacrilege.
Yes, I will stand and raise my hand
With pride to quote the pledge.
Lulu Storefront: http://www.lulu.com/dsmartin
Plays: http://sites.google.com/site/playsbydennissmartin/
Amazon Author's Page: http://www.amazon.com/Dennis-S-Martin/e/B004SXY4LG/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1394055582&sr=1-2-ent
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