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I
Pursuing dreams,
First steps
Beckoning opportunities,
Across oceans
Proud sacrifices,
Glistening eyes
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II
Anxious freedom,
Fertile memories
Loyal sentiments,
Burning dedication
Liberating happiness,
Humbled notions
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III
Defending values,
Honoring liberty
Blood brothers,
Family bonds
Tranquil tragedies,
Balancing obligations
Wistful reflections,
Longing hearts
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IV
Thankful faith,
Expatriate love
Political fervor,
Distracted outrage
Whimsical curiosity,
Restless schadenfreude
Guilty contentment,
Righteous equality
Nurturing lives,
Thirsty hopes
Global citizens,
Rejoicing fortunes
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V
Home soil,
Vulnerable thoughts
My home,
My country
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VI
Six feet under,
Hand still on heart..
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Originally composed on 07/21/2014
