My Country Tis of Thee
As we all try to make a living
And pay this month’s bills.
There’s an insane world out there
Whose flags won’t come unfurled.
By that I mean, The American Dream
A gift that we’ve been given.
Is a wonder, beyond no other
They don’t get it, it would seem.
When we have a sports event
And we salute our prestiged flag on high.
Express our gratitude to those that serve
On their commitment that we rely.
We have our faults, with bad results
I chose to overlook.
My Country Tis of Thee
I love you, I shall never forsook.
For you have given me freedom
The world has never known.
I am forever grateful
For the seeds that you have sown.
For all our leaders who’ve misplayed their hands
And misjudged what we all think,
In two years we’ll vote you out.
Your party, it shall sink.
And for those of you who question the second amendment
Of mad men on their insane quest. hold on to that sentiment.
Have a look across the seas at Egypt, democracy in jest.
Won’t happen here, that’s for sure, we protect ourselves you bet.
So as I conclude this interlude and finish all my thoughts.
I ask of you, “What say you?” Have your beliefs been bought?
Am I to conclude your attitude is one of a have naught?
Or are you the patriot that this country has forever sought?
Are you from the left or right, does it really matter?
What’s most important is “all of us” amidst the endless chatter.
Do or die, Semper Fi, on this I do believe.
My Country Tis of Thee, I will never leave.
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