Ode to Our Fathers.
A simple free verse poem about those who were instrumental in the birth of the American nation, "Ode to Our Fathers" considers some of the freedoms we can enjoy as citizens - despite the failures and "human aspect" of our predecessors.
Sometimes broken and flawed, oft discouraged and dismayed -
Yet willing to find within self a reason, a way, to endure.
Every one challenged, scorned, or betrayed
With threat of death, striving for a free life and to precure
For those who came after, self-governance and liberty.
Counting their own lives worth less, they sought a means
with the blood shed from their veins...
To walk a path of love and freedom with kin.
Creating this: a place of wonder and discovery to live in.
Imperfect men imagining a perfect nation,
Where all could improve in circumstance and station.
About the Creator
Apogee
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