Dear Fellow Journalers,
Last year my husband and I were invited to the Annual Veterans Day Program at one of our local elementary schools. During the program, the choir sang this song. I had never heard of it before but it is so moving and inspirational that I had to share it with you:
American Tears by Teresa Jennings
Sometimes I think about America. About her struggles through the years.
I think of people who did what they had to do with the strength to act their fears.
Sometimes I think about America. About her future and her past.
I know I’m blessed to be living in Liberty. In a land where freedom will last.
For the heroes. For the patriots. For the soldiers For all the pioneers.
I will always be an American, and I’ll always cry American tears.
Sometimes I think about America, about her people’s legacy. I wonder if they knew that what they had to do would be known throughout history.
Sometimes I think about America. About her pain along the way. I know it had to be for our democracy. For the world we live in today.
For the heroes. For the patriots. For the soldiers. For all the pioneers.
I will always be an American, and I’ll always cry American tears.
Nov 11, 2015 @ 14:03:23
A beautiful and inspiring song. It’s a fine tribute to all veterans on this Veterans Day and everyday. Thanks Sallie for sharing.
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Nov 11, 2015 @ 18:47:35
I only wish I had a video of it! The children sang it with so much emotion; I sill get “goose bumps” when I recall it!
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