A SALUTE TO AMERICA--
(From the Red,White, Blue and Gray)
Welcome to Baby Boomer Patriotism 101
We're glad you came today---
Before you dismiss us graying seniors
Here's a word on the Red,White Blue and Gray.
Although we may all be gray-headed
)And usually prefer driving in the slow lane)
We still always get to where we're going
And Old Glory's honor is our great gain.
Though America's Torch of Liberty is burning low
We must raise it up much higher---
You can count on the Red,White,Blue and Gray
We're here to keep fueling Freedom's Fire!
We faithfully fought in Korea and Viet Nam
And victoriously won World WarII
too;
We fought for the Freedom of America
The undefeated Red,White and Blue.
Socialism is NOT America's Constitutional goal
We're taking our great Nation back!
Back to Freedom, back to GOD
No more skidding off America's track.
So now although we are sure getting older
And our fringes may be getting gray;
We the People plan to reclaim our land
So won't you stand strong with us today?
Let's sing louder the "Star Spangled Banner"
Let's hum again 'American the Beautiful" too;
Let some hot tears roll down your cheeks
Many brave soldiers have died for America too.
Honor America with the "Pledge of Allegiance"
Defend the very Soul of America today;
Put your right hand over your heart
And Thank God for the Red,White,Blue and Gray!
2013 by Douglas Raymond Rose
Member Academy of American Poets
