Freedom Evermore

I heard the Star Spangled Banner tonight. It has the power to move and captivate me still. Images and emotions once again come to light. It effects me deeply, I believe it always will. Standing almost at attention, experiencing such pride. Thinking of what those stars and stripes represent. A tear falls, for all those who defended her and died. Our symbol of freedom her message heaven sent. I can almost see the raging battle, the night our anthem was born. As did an eye witness, a poet named Francis Scott Key. He was inspired seeing our flag still flying tattered and torn. Not knowing what his poem/lyrics would come to be. We owe it to this country, dearly loved despite its flaws. To honor, and not forget, what it still stands for. Not just its politics, its beliefs, or its laws. But those who gave their life, for freedom, evermore.