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I Stand Up For America

I stand up for America, my country,
Her leaders, her anthem, her flag
Though I be accused of being a brag,
I’ll not hesitate to tell you bluntly:

The USA, by her name, stands proud
Against every foreign and domestic foe
She is ready to fight if struck by a blow
While she detests war, for cryin’ out loud,

So when you speak ill of my homeland
Her flag, her anthem, or her leader
You are about to encounter a danger
For I’ll be willing to fight, understand?

written December 13, 2021

Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2021

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Caren Krutsinger Date: 12/16/2021 6:30:00 AM I am willing to stand next to you and fight with you, my friend! Login to Reply

Alexis Y. Date: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 AM WoW! Milt, You are an exceptional example of what it is to be a proud of American. Folk can learn from the fine example you have set. Excellent job and message. Soup mail:-) Alexis Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 12:01:00 PM Thanks, Alexis. Yes, I'm very proud to be an American and to have served my country. See Soup Mail

Christopher Flaherty Date: 12/14/2021 10:16:00 AM Been reading David's comment L.M.H I believe someone called you a Nazi. Sorry Sir I know it's very sad but I find it hilarious at the same time knowing and after reading your work. Obviously that individual or person obviously has not or never has actually taken the time to read any of your work. Isn't that in itself the definition of a Nazi style characteristic. Write on Sir you are quite obviously doing something right Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 10:18:00 AM Aw, Christopher, all of this is so nice of you to say. Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind comment. Yeah, I'd say I'm the antithesis of a Nazi, for sure!

Mike Gentile Date: 12/14/2021 8:35:00 AM Stand and be counted, important for everyone! Good one Milton ! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 10:18:00 AM Absolutely, Mike. You, too! Thanks so much for your comment. I really appreciate you...and I enjoy your poetry, too.

Regina Mcintosh Date: 12/14/2021 7:09:00 AM Love this. Me too. God bless you always friend. Love, Gina Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 10:19:00 AM Thank you so much, Gina, for your kindness. Hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas!

John Lawless Date: 12/14/2021 6:49:00 AM "TO PROTECT AND DEFEND THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA"....I believe those are the words.....spoken by me and many others many years ago. I know they left an indelible mark on my psyche. and I believe we all owe a debt to those who served before and after us. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 10:20:00 AM Yes, we do, John. I couldn't agree with you more. We have a bunch of yahoos around who don't see to have the faintest understanding of what our country stands for. I simply don't know what is wrong with them.

Sotto Poet Date: 12/14/2021 6:38:00 AM Inspiring patriotism! Milt, this is hardly surprising from someone who has respectfully dedicated his dear life to serving honorably our magnificent country. Many people brag about our sovereign nation. Milt, I, too, undoubtedly serve my victorious nation as a genuine patriot. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 10:21:00 AM Thanks so much, Lasaad. I am very, very proud to be an American, and I will always stand tall in her defense. I cannot abide these people who are constantly trying to tear her down.

David Kavanagh Date: 12/14/2021 5:32:00 AM Kudos Milton, if any country or people think the US is a pushover, they need to read about a couple of world wars, that they won, woe betide anyone who attacks Sam from inside or out, cheers David Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 6:02:00 AM Thanks so much for your affirmative comment, David. I really appreciate it.

Mark Koplin Date: 12/14/2021 5:20:00 AM Well put sir! I love you patriotism! We have so many screaming about our amazing country and how bad it is. I think if these nut jobs are so upset maybe they should move to a different country for awhile. Then they would realize how wrong they are. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 6:03:00 AM I think you are soooo right, Mark. I've traveled pretty extensively, so I know whereof I speak! Thanks for your affirmative comment.

Jenna Logan Date: 12/14/2021 2:47:00 AM I stand up for my country, too, Milt. More so when it's being maligned. It's terribly sad when foreigners do it, but when those who claim to be American do it...it's far worse. Can't they find something to write about besides negative things? Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 6:04:00 AM I would think so, Jenna, but we have one guy on here who isn't even an American who can't seem to get enough of dissing everything about America. Thanks for your affirmative comment, Jenna. I appreciate you.

Sand Blown Date: 12/13/2021 9:36:00 PM ....shudder me bones.....(damp winter air.....cofcof : ) Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 12/14/2021 6:05:00 AM I'm not sure what that has to do with my poem, but I hope you don't have a serious problem. Jenna Logan Date: 12/14/2021 2:44:00 AM You should do something about that cof before you spread your germs on the site.