An American like you and I
 

A little something I came up with, I hope you enjoy:)

An American like you and I

You need not be born on the 4th of July
To be an American like you and I
You need not be black or white
All you need to know is wrong from right

You may be a soldier in times of war
You may be a clerk at a country store
We come from lands far and wide
To revel in our countries pride

We raise our children in our great lands
We work hard with our many hands
To produce our own prosperity
In our home of sweet Liberty

We raise our flag in great stride
We lower it to those that have died
To protect it from enemies that may try
Americans stand strong lest they cry

Help your neighbor when you must
For he is a friend you can come to trust
His misery he can cope
From a fellow with a little hope

We stand together united and free
In pursuit of happiness and liberty
You need not be born on the 4th of July
To be an American like you and I

Damian Smith 2009

Re: An American like you and I
 

Yeah I really like that!

Since I was "banned" from the internet at work I've been reading a lot about history of the entire world and it's only when the book mentions the United States that I really wake up and pay attention.. I didn't think I'd be a patriot but who knows?

Re: An American like you and I
 

Thanks, its just how I felt on this day after seeing what all Americans are going thru right now and how we endured in the past. Its what makes U.S. so great. Funny thing this was a spontaneous thought and jotted it down, who knew

Re: An American like you and I
 

Thanks for posting that. Good job with your post and feelings. It is what makes America great. I just hope we can continue in the time ahead of us. :o