Oh Beautiful

Of all the songs, in all the land
(including Barry’s)
I’ll dare to say,

America The Beautiful

is my absolute favorite.
The purity of these lyrics, expressed precise and simply,
encompasses the fragility of what we the people have been gifted …
&
DANG
as a writer, I can only hope, to one day, conjure words this perfect.

And as I was thinking about Katharine Lee Bates

and the sheer honor of this day, deemed Independence,

my heart rejoices for my here and now.
HERE.
NOW.
for blessed, I am, to call this country, HOME.

Having reached the top of Pikes Peak, once, in my lifetime,
I know exactly how you felt in your moment, Katharine,
& if I could bottle up those emotions

Inspired.
Motivated.
Cleansed.
Invigorated.
Thankful.

and pass them around

maybe,
just maybe …

Oh beautiful,
You’re BEAUTIFUL, America

♥

Above The Rain