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Stand Together and Speak Out

 

Here I stand

Even though

It seems wise for me to go

Seems by now

You should know

I will never go.

While enemies approach us

We’ll fight on for things held dearest

Often when hope wanes victory is nearest

Night and day

Throughout this fight

We’ll hold true to what is right

We’ve built a bond that lasts forever;

This much is true

My darling, I will stand by you

You can be sure that I will stay

Till we’ve made the world what it should be

Until all people are finally free

We’ll fight on despite the cost

We will make the Dream come true!

I will stand with you!

 

 

© 2012, Larry Conley. All rights reserved.

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I am a veteran of the U. S. Army. My good fortune is to be married to a wonderful woman and have two remarkable twin sons who are making their way in the world. I taught civics in a Pittsburgh area middle school. I am a cat and dog lover.


7 Comments

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    Risha
    February 17, 2012 at 12:02 am ·

    Larry – Thanks for sharing another fantastic poem with us. Love the photo. All the best!

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      Larry Conley (Author)
      February 17, 2012 at 9:46 am ·

      Thank you Risha,

      Your writings got me thinking of the crucial need to stand together.

      Thanks again,

      Larry.
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    Cher Duncombe
    February 17, 2012 at 5:40 am ·

    Wonderful, Larry!
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    Pete Armetta
    February 17, 2012 at 6:50 am ·

    Yes terrific photo and inspiring and commanding words. One of the first things I’ve read this morning and TERRIFIC way to start the day!

    Love it Larry, very affecting.

    Pete
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      Larry Conley (Author)
      February 17, 2012 at 9:47 am ·

      Pete,

      Thank you so much.

      It just struck me that we have to come together and stick with it.

      Thanks again,

      Larry
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    Melody Haislip
    February 18, 2012 at 4:16 pm ·

    As long as their are hearts like this, fighting the good fight, we’ll be all right!
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      LarryConley (Author)
      February 18, 2012 at 4:49 pm ·

      Melody,

      “As long as their are hearts like this, fighting the good fight, we’ll be all right!”

      From your screen to the Deity’s eyes, let it be!

      Thanks,

      Larry
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