America's Song

Cowritten by Richard and myself

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 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

Reviews

[alanwgraham]

Very heartfelt words Cherrie and Richard with their promise. I am a little confused though. The words, with mention of fever and breathe seem from today but you have the date 2016. Whichever, they have a universal relevance.
Take care.
Alan

[Cherrie Palmer]

hello, Alan, and I hope you and your family is doing well, and yes 2016, was just a typo,

[Patricia Wedel]

A lovely collaboration from gifted poets who blend the
meaning of sequestered in a garden... forgotten by time.
truly, Pat

[Cherrie Palmer]

Hello Pat :) you sweet thing :) I hope have been doing well, I 've missed visiting with you. I will be returning the read very soon.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Cherrie... this seems so appropos... for the times we are enduring... it seems that God's grace has kept the child in His care. So beautifully penned by you and Richard. gently, Pat

[jacob erin-cilberto]

sounds like one voice which is really what is wanted with a collaboration...And we do need more love and faith during this crisis, rather than finger pointing and spewing hate at others.
We won't beat this thing unless we unite, even in our separation.
Well done you two.
j.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Thank You Jacob, :)
I agree it will take people working together and supporting one another.