BEAUTIFUL AMERICA
My, what a lovely country;
Americans, we're blessed!
The wonders of our homeland
Could never be over-stressed.
Majestic mountains boast
Their glistening, snow-crowned heads;
Mysterious blue oceans gleam
In sparkling waters spread.
Luscious grassy meadows;
Refreshing mountain streams;
Gorgeous golden sunsets
Fuel our hopeful dreams.
Kingly trees, arms reaching,
To offer treasures rare;
A host of dazzling flowers
Spread perfumes into the air.
Symphonies of raindrops
Pitter-patter the hungry ground;
Choruses of songbirds
Serenade us all around.
Musicians of small creatures,
From crickets to jar flies;
Lightning bugs illuminate
The evening's velvety skies.
Beautiful America,
God shed His grace on thee;
Beautiful America
Far as the eye can see.
Beautiful America,
Ordained by realms above.
Beautiful America,
The land I'll always love.
© Loyd C. Taylor, Sr - 2008