~This short poem is dedicated to my soldier friend and the love he has for his country~
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From the time
I was still in my mother’s womb,
I have learned to love…..my country.
Every night,
The voice of my homeland whispers in my ear
And the spirit of my nation tantalizes my soul.
I am listening to the nightingales,
Whistling their piercing crescendo,
And remember yesterday’s memories.
Feelings from a love long ago suddenly return,
And make me dream of a better tomorrow.
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I reunite with my little neighbor,
Who charms me with her heavenly smile.
But I have fallen in love with another,
Who has stolen every bit of my soul.
I am in love with the waves of the sea,
Caressing my homeland from end to end.
I am in love with the fruited plains,
Looking out for me from the center of the land.
I am in love with the skyscrapers, the winds,
And the heroes of my country.
Washington, Lincoln, Roosevelt…..
Whose names have I not mentioned?
The heroes of the past, present, and future.
Let passing time bears witness to sadness and joys.
Let all dreams be unwavering lights.
Let tomorrow be a better day.
~ Simon N. 2008
Very very nice, Well done my friend. This is great poetry. Should be pass along for everyone to read. It is beautiful and on target!!
Simon,
I love this, both the written style and the statement. I think the line I like best . . . “Let tomorrow be a better day.” Funny, I do find myself quoting you often. I believe that is a sign of a great artist.
Bless you,
Miss D
Makes for a pretty good song - if you could get rid of the word “tantalizes” which is unsingable.
Simon ~
That is beautiful ! To all those defended our liberty, freedom and future.
Woody
Very nice! very patriotic indeed!!
What a wonderful poem!
I especially liked the last 3 lines. I always hope tomorrow is a better day.
Nice…
I’m thankful for all the men and women, like your friend, who fight for our country