Star Spangled Banner Day Villanelle
by Lawrence Spiro
Fist in the air defiant Fight Fight Fight;
America my home where my heart will stay.
These are the truths as the day follows night.
We are governed by common sense and light
foundation built of free will as we may;
Fist in the air defiant Fight Fight Fight.
In G-d we trust is my divine delight,
everyone is equal in work and pray.
These are the truths as the day follows night.
Imagination has no bounds in flight.
We build our lives in firmament not clay;
Fist in the air defiant Fight Fight Fight.
The road of dreams are paved brilliant and bright,
for all Americans who pledge and say;
These are the truths as the day follows night
Where darkness withdraws covered by the light,
freedom is here and forever to stay;
Fist in the air defiant Fight Fight Fight.
These are the truths as the day follows night.
Friends Forever
by Ethan Bell
To My Friends Who Lift Me High
With Every Laugh and Heartfelt Sigh
Through the Storms and Skies so Blue
Your Love & Care Always Shines Through
In your Kindness I Find My Way
Grateful For You Both Everyday
With Every Step You’re By My Side
Together our Hearts Open Wide
