Hey everybody! Thank you for checking out my story! My dad served in the Coast Guard, so this is dedicated to him and to every other Coastie out there. We love you!!
Please like, share, comment, subscribe, and let me know in the comments if you have a Coastie family member, whether a veteran or still serving.
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We're not at all flashy
Famous, recognized.
Still, we sail the blue sea
Watching o'er the tides.
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We voyage o'er the stormy seas
Watching for a threat.
As we long for the land and trees
Paying off the debt.
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To our Founding Fathers
Brave, as to oppose.
Ruling British others
Lounging on their thrones.
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But now there is a new liability
To those who defend our home.
Coast Guard fights for our nation's stability
They deserve recognition.
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Cezanne Libellen
I am an ailurophile, xocolatophile, linguaphile, lexophile, and a bibliophile. Writing is my passion. I am currently working on a novel. Subscribe and share my stories if you want to see more of my work!
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Comments (4)
Love this Anne! Keep going girl!!
Great poem! Makes me think of the painting "Washington Crossing the Delaware," by Emanuel Leutze.
Tell your dad thank you for me!! This was such a lovely dedication. 👏🏼❤️💙
Beautiful love it.