An American, born and bred

To the editor:

Have heard with pride many people say,
They love America and here will stay;
In front of house, have a flag that flies,
Under Carolina clear and bright blue skies.

So this poem with you do want to share;
Treat country and flag with so much care;
Give them much honor and also praise;
Even if raining or bright, sunny days.

Do love them both like a small boy,
Who every day plays with his toy,
We bought for which was a drum,
Reminding him America is where he’s from.

Born and bred to be a brave American,
And no matter what, will remember when,
He enlisted with eloquence when he said,
I always keep a flag folded under my bed.

Each morning I bring it out with me,
So whole neighborhood can clearly see,
My respect for God, Country and flag;
Even brought one more in my lunch bag.

James Horn
Bolivia