Nothing But A Child (Steve Earle) Once upon a time in a far off land Wise men saw a sign and set out aross the sand Songs of praise to sing, they travelled day and night Precious gifts to bring, guided by the light They chased a brand new star, ever towards the west Across … Continue reading Merry Christmas
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A Nation’s Strength
by Ralph Waldo Emerson What makes a nation's pillars high And its foundations strong? What makes it mighty to defy The foes that round it throng? It is not gold. Its kingdoms grand Go down in battle shock; Its shafts are laid on sinking sand, Not on abiding rock. Is it the sword? Ask the … Continue reading A Nation’s Strength
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IN THE KINGDOM OF NIGHT (Be Thankful)
Be thankful. For round you, Thy life there is a world Without conscience Without light. To; All thee who live And all thee who strive Strife may not as yet Have touched your bones. So Be thankful. For the lark & the light And the music of the night And its kingdom. So far from … Continue reading IN THE KINGDOM OF NIGHT (Be Thankful)
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