A Gift From God

This land shall be 
but a gift from God 
you must work it 
improve it
I shall turn the first sod
my work is now done 
and your life is ahead
grow fruit and veg
run cattle, bake bread
build cities of stone 
where time can hide 
enjoy yourself
but don't lose your pride 
dream of the day 
when all men can be 
living together 
in this world, living free
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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