Singapore

By eastern shores, an island state;
A red dot small on the world map;
Work weaves a core to seal our fate;
We heed the call to bridge our gaps.


We greet the world with steadfast poise;
Align our hearts and minds to live;
Let focus swirl with steady choice;
Explore the art to serve and give.


There is a way to do what's right;
Live with spirit that forges proof;
Let peace portray a simple light;
Watch work and wit abide in truth.


Yes with one poise, we live and play;
Our women wear meek charming smiles;
Our children voice a sanguine say;
Ambition fares in brand new styles.


May all our dreams for Singapore
Bring fond blessings for one and all;
May cheery schemes bring joy galore;
May your passing bind big and small.


May all things good now happen here;
May we be strong when trials entwine;
May our true mood be one of cheer;
May anthem song rouse yours and mine!


May faith and hope steer lovely days;
May love help live your legacy;
Your foresight scopes our vibrant ways;
Your spirit lives in all we see.


Goodbye dear son of Singapore:
The way you paved brought us thus far;
Each dawn, the sun blesses our shores;
Rest with the brave fond sparkling stars.




Leon Enriquez
24 March 2015
Singapore
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015


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Date: 3/25/2015 4:07:00 PM
Nice poem Leon. I left Singapore back in 1970. It was a raw place in those days. I will read some more when I am less tired. God Bless. D.
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Leon Enriquez
Date: 3/25/2015 8:08:00 PM
Dear Dave: Glad to hear from you. Yes, please feel free to browse and enjoy. All my best wishes then, Leon.
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