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Our Nation


Our Nation
 
     Closing my eyes
I ponder who I am when thinking back
     To the Fourth of July.
American flag in my tiny hand
     While in the other lies
A picture of my in uniform.
     My mother showcases our sign 
That I helped made which says
     “Happy Fourth of July!!”
Growing tears in her eyes
     And it makes me wonder
Why?
     Is it because daddy isn't by our side?
Or is it because she's joyful 
     With pride in our Nation?
In the hands of the “American Dream” 
     Lies our destination.
My father was the model citizen
     Leading him to willingly 
Die for OUR Nation.
     Glazed eyes to the sky
I thank god 
     He came home alive.
USMC taught him most importantly 
     Semper fi 
Blessings to all families 
     Especially military wives.
For his fallen brothers:
     May god bless you
For your service 
     I am forever grateful.
 
-Taylor Manning (proud daughter of a United States Marine)
 
 
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