Defense of freedom
takes a courage
rare and dearly won

Through wars endured
with tyrants scourged
and despots on the run

The words in place
by Founders Ink
on parchment
closely held

As children roam
the halls of light
with precepts
— deeply felt

(The New Room: February, 2025)

Rain douses the melting snow - spring’s coming around
The air’s filled with sodded trees - crisp breezes run wild
Oh how lovely the warmth is - oh how delightful
New flowers sprout beneath us - waiting to be freed