What Is America?
“What is America?”
Asked the curious young lad
After hearing the big word used
By his old Grandad.
“Well, my boy, I’ll tell you,”
The wise elder replied,
“But if you really want to know,
Come sit here by my side.”
So, the boy took his seat,
Excited and ready to hear,
And the old man started
With a voice most sincere.
“America is the dream
Of those from centuries past,
A glorious land from sea to sea
And fruitful fields so vast.
America is a land
Of freedom and opportunity,
A place where a man can excel
And be all that he wants to be.
America is a country
Of rights from God alone,
Like life, liberty, happiness,
And property to own.
America has freedom to worship,
To work, to speak, to inspire,
To defend, to buy, to sell,
To profit, to hire, and to fire.
America means mutual respect,
Regardless of color or creed,
It means loving your neighbor as yourself
And helping those in need.
America is a shining city on a hill,
A beacon of hope to all,
A nation used like no other
To send out the Master’s call.
America is a mother
Who sends her sons to fight
And give their lives, if needed,
To brighten freedom’s light.”
In like manner, the old man continued
Speaking for quite a while;
Then after that, he just sat still
And offered only a smile.
Finally, came his closing words,
“So, son, wherever you roam,
Be sure to thank God everyday
That America is your home.”
What Is America? – Framed: $7.00
Printed on white stock with patriotic background in black frame.
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