Preserver of Freedom

After the ashes are scattered from my urn
If the Lord should give me a chance to return
There is no doubt which animal I’d be
An eagle perched in the nest of an oak tree
 
National emblem of the land of the free
No predator would dare pose a threat to me
My eggs would be safe till the hatchlings were born
And with pride my white, feathered cap would be worn
 
Freely I’d soar above fields of golden grain
Circling o’er waterfalls of snow’s melting rain
Like a statue, I’d pose as my national emblem
And fiercely I’d fight to defend our brethren
 
From my aerial view, I’d always protect
This treasure, our nation, with deepest respect
With wings spread out, I’d keep guard nationwide
God as my mentor, Holy Spirit my guide
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Guzzi Avatar
May 26, 2011 at 5:13 PM
Really good one Carolyn, I'd be a deer BUt I didn't get done on time ;) Congrad's Light & Love
Osita Avatar
May 25, 2011 at 2:54 AM
Carolyn,Congrats on your well deserved first place win in Bruni's contest.
Konos Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 7:57 AM
Excellent....love the aerial view line...
Brown Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 7:27 AM
Congratulations on your 1st place win in Kristen's contest Carolyn. Love, Carol
Konos Avatar
May 21, 2011 at 4:08 PM
beautiful.....
Horne Avatar
May 21, 2011 at 12:02 PM
Many congratulations on your first place, Carolyn - love this one : ) And also many congrats for your footle win
Buckeridge Avatar
May 21, 2011 at 3:03 AM
Ahh! I remember reading this, just knew this would be a winner! x
Dietrich Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 9:56 PM
A big congratulations, CArolyn. You chose your animal very wisely! And you described the eagle magnificently.
Dufresne Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 9:11 PM
yeaahhh...a beautiful national anthem poem. I just love it. You have done so well with this Carolyn. Congratulations on this top honor.
Mannan Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 8:38 PM
I ca so visualise you as the mighty Eagle Carolyn. Heartiest congrats for this top win hun.
Poet Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 6:19 PM
Congrats Carolyn on your 1st place win in the contest.I knew it would be placed high.
Greenlee Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 5:52 PM
Now I know exactly why you ranked so high!Congrats.It is an honor to place with you...Kacey
Onclaud Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 3:11 PM
flying high on this one, carols.. … super TOP cheers for the fine win! :) huggs
Song Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 2:09 PM
With a spirit guide, you shall be a lovely eagle indeed! This was my absolute favorite animal-Hope u were able to peak at the Raptor Resource website with the live nest cam. There are 4 lil eaglets crowding mamma bird almost out of her seat! Love this respectful and bold write! CONGRATS to U. Gwendolen
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May 20, 2011 at 2:41 PM
Yes, Gwendolen, I saw that website and had to smile at the little eaglets' efforts to unseat mama bird.
Long Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 1:53 PM
you described an eagle so beautifully congrats on your win.I love eagles myself and if I could be I would want to soar free. cory
Mehta Avatar
May 20, 2011 at 1:52 PM
Congrtulations on the first place win in the contest, Carolyn
Johnson Avatar
May 13, 2011 at 3:18 AM
Flows it well our Carolyn.. the bird protector of your land.. where do the buggers get a feed.. when soaring over house n weed.. xo Don
Song Avatar
May 10, 2011 at 8:58 AM
How sweet....an eagle. A true symbol of national strength and you described him so well! Go to RAPTOR RESOURCE PROJECT- for some FUN eye-opening treasures...4 different eagle live cams. It is awesome/ Continue to feel better, Carolyn Gwendolen
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May 9, 2011 at 3:47 AM
Oh yes dear Carolyn...I can see it, yet, not you shreading some poor lil' creature up for food ;) Great write dear poet ! You may share my write by the way ! TY for considering it ! Have a wonderful week love, and I pray that you are doing well my friend !.......much love(2u),james
Dietrich Avatar
May 8, 2011 at 10:33 PM
well, this is definitely the most patriotic of all the ones I've seen. Not only that, but very well crafted, Carolyn.
George   Avatar
May 8, 2011 at 8:19 PM
A noble majestic creature. Beautiully written, Carolyn. Fantastic entry for the competition. Love, Lainie
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May 8, 2011 at 7:14 PM
Thanks so much for your good wishes for Mother's Day, Carolyn! Keep me informed how you are faring. You are in my thought and pray for full recovery. Drink Ginseng tea 3x a day and take garlc tablets if you don't already (great to keep blood pressure normal). Take good care, dear friend! Love, Caroline.
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May 8, 2011 at 5:08 PM
Enjoyed reading your feeling about the eagle..Flying on those lofty heights would be a good point about being an eagle..Good luck in the contest...Thanks for stopping by my blog..I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment..We need all the prayers that we can get...Princess doesn't like my husband..She won't let him come near me..Sara
Long Avatar
May 8, 2011 at 4:32 PM
I liked this a lot and could picture the whole the thing. Nice job!! good luck in the contest. cory
Flach Avatar
May 8, 2011 at 4:27 PM
Carolyn, you already soar with the grace and majesty of an eagle. I have no doubt however, that the wings the good Lord grants you will not be that of an eagle but those of an angel. Beautiful poem, as always. Joe
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