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With Love, Sweat, and TearsWith love, sweat and tears Our forefathers fought To keep freedom we've enjoyed For these many years Freedom of press and speech Our right to worship God These worthwhile goals Our country fought to reach Many miles before us traveled Sorrows they encountered We've come thus far with pride Let good not be unraveled With love, sweat, and tears Our flag proudly waves Assuring us our freedom Voicing out our cheers With love, sweat, and tears America lives on Proudly we stand free and strong conquering our fears Loyalty now a must Our forefathers footsteps follow Divided we fall, together we stand In God we trust World peace for all Now be our prayer Lord, please don't let Our nation fall Yes, we're proud as we Celebrate these many years With love, sweat, and tears Together we shall be Norma Duncan 1976 (Set to music - co writers (music only) by John Shampine & Will Gentry) Nasho Records. Album "I'm Proud To Be An American." copyright 2003/2004 Poetry Ad-Free Upgrades Vote for this poem |
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