A Country United

I can bear it no longer, I turn off the TV. Must we be subjected to such agony? I search in the garden for the peace that I had, Before being informed that the world had gone mad. Even here in my refuge, the horror remains. It has spread from the city to mountains and plains. I can't stay away, I turn back to the news. We'll not be defeated, we've too much to lose. Our leaders are speaking to put us at ease. "We're not swept off our feet, only brought to our knees." I am told of the good folks who work without rest. Tragedy unites them, they're giving their best. Policemen and firemen gave their own lives. To help the trapped victims. Heroism survives. It seems the brave passengers on the doomed plane, Fought with their captors, the evil insane. The target untouched, our first victory. They died with the demons, but helped keep us free. Tears roll down my cheeks, but my heart fills with pride For those searching the ruins and those who have died. Gone our small differences, we are all one, Determined to finish the task we've begun. It was not of our making, but we'll answer the call. The tables will turn, we will run with the ball. We who live in a free world will never give in And those who would bind us shall die for their sin. When our nation calls us, we'll march to the beat Of a drum that proclaims we'll not bow to defeat. With right on our side, all attackers beware We will find you and track you right into your lair. Won 3rd place