America's Song (for today's hope)

Cowrite w/CHERRIE PALMER — Quatrains in 8-syllables/line, a-b-a-b, c-d-c-d, etc; rhyme scheme.

    

     

Across the land there sings a voice; 

it tells of ways we're not sure of.

 In every song, there lives a choice 

to withhold all, or give with love. 

Tho' sparsely heard, the voice rings low,

 a tiny soul not sure of self, 

he sits alone in his chateau,

 what he would not trade, for his health. 

While struggling to find his breath, 

hard-stricken by dark, unseen foe, 

so little stands 'tween life and death, 

it's not his choice to stay or go.  

A mother's tears anoint her babe, 

as God's final grace concurs fate. 

By morning light the fever fades, 

and for this good news we all wait.

 O' blessed be, thank the good Lord, 

let's genuflect and say a prayer, 

that all the world is so adored … 

every innocent's in His care. 

Cherrie Palmer & Richard

©2020

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Author's Note

Star Spangled American Flag
courtesy of Google Images

Please, feel free to offer any well-meant critique you feel will help. : )

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Cherrie and Richard... when two Stars
collide... there is an American Flag that sparkles with Pride. We remember our Heroes who are honored on Memorial Day and always. gently, Pat

[Richard🖌]

Ohhh-MY, Dear Pat! 🌸

Your words are as lovely, cherished, and gentle as e'er've fallen 'pon my gentle bardic ear.
As a vet in a family of vets, your praise to our fallen heroes touches my heart deep and true.

My warmest heartfelt thanks to You! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Patricia Wedel]

I believe there is a mystery to life that defies explanation. I am drawn to certain unalienable rights. of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Amen ... thank you, Richard... tenderly, Pat

[Carola]

a poem of our current times, often with sad outcomes.
a well-written poem as i expected from you richard, with or without collaboration.
cheerio carola

[Richard🖌]

My kind, sweet Carola 🌺

How can I ever thank you enough for all your beautiful reviews, praise, expressed enjoyment, and inspiring encouragement.

I know Cherrie will truly love your as much as I do.
"Cheerio" right back atcha, Lovely Lady Poet! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[heavenscentgirl1]

A Very well written and presented collaboration between two talented poets. Thanks for sharing the words with us. Stay Safe 🙏

[Richard🖌]

Thank you most gratefully, Mary Jo, for your thoughtful words of praise, and kindness.
I know Cherrie will appreciate them, too.

Big hugs 'n loads of smiles! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Unspoken poet]

Such a wonderful poetic piece, I enjoyed this. so truthful as well. Glad to see you are back on. You were missed.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Kay-T 🔆

Your words are like sunshine to my soul, and your enjoyment truly rewards my earnest efforts to write and please those whom admire … you, for one. : )
I am so happy to know you're glad I'm back, Kay-T, and that you've missed me is sincerely warming.

I've missed you, too, and your fine poetry … with many smiles! ⁓ Richard 🍃 : )))