I fly high on beautiful, sunny days

To stand for our country’s independence and foundational ways

 

When sadly I am needed to be flown half staff 

I am fiercely revering a dear citizen who has recently passed

 

For those who once valiantly served our extraordinary land

I am folded in distinct procedure and placed in the loved one’s hand

 

The greatest heartbreak, yet honor I have known 

Is when I lay draped across the hero, soldier casket - returning home 

 

My role is mighty - my stance is true

I bear the bold stripes of the Red, White and Blue 

 

In the top left corner, my brilliant Stars are encased 

I represent the triumphs and the scars our American family has faced

 

When you see me, when you hold me

Know my story - the reason I came to be

 

Gaze upon me as I fly grand in the wind, looking to Heaven and toward our God

You’ll find yourself amazed and grateful for the journey you now trod

 

My desire is to bring unity from incredible sea to shining sea

For we are all human - we are all Americans - these United States are we

 

I am the American Flag  and I humbly fly with pride 

It is a privilege to be an American - with love, loyalty and respect for country …I WILL ABIDE!

 

 

Tammie Human Burgin  

6.18.24