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Instead of a Poem
July 2000

by Jackie Hand

Happy 4th of July!

Rather than write an article this month, I decided to share some patriotic song lyrics with you. The following songs were written during the Bicentennial, but never get old. One is called, "THIS IS OUR COUNTRY." The other is, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR AMERICA."

I will be happy to send you a copy. Just e-mail me for an address, and then send me a stamped, self-addressed #10 envelope. The song sheets will be neatly folded, placed in your envelope and mailed back to you ASAP.


THIS IS OUR COUNTRY
(© 1974 by Jackie Hand)

Verse 1:
This is our Country, Land of the free
Ours is a Nation of Sweet Liberty
Brave men gladly gave their lives
To keep America free
Oh, Land where dreams come true
We pledge our love to you.

(Chorus)
America, how we love Thee,
America, may you always be
Land of the true and brave
The home of the free...
We're proud of our heritage,
DEMOCRACY.

Verse 2:
This is our Country, Lovely to see
Ours is a Nation so proud and free
Founded on the principle of true equality
Our banner proudly waves for LIBERTY.

(Chorus)
America, how we love Thee,
America, may you always be
Land of the true and brave
The home of the free...
We're proud of our heritage,
DEMOCRACY.

Coda:
We're proud of our heritage DEMOCRACY...
THIS IS OUR COUNTRY!


Song #2

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR AMERICA

Happy birthday Dear America
Happy 200 years to you
Happy Red, White and Blue to you
We're proud to live in a
Land where we can dream
Then help those dreams come true
May you always stand for Equality
And your purpose be strong and true
May God Bless America
Happy Birthday to You!

I will be happy to mail your FREE copy of the above songs. (Besides, the response should give me some idea of how my articles are doing.) Happy July 4th!

God Bless,

Jackie Hand, President,
NFCMWA

Jackie is President of The North Florida Christian Music Writers Association. You are welcome to join. If you are interested, call Jackie, at (904) 786-2372. (email justsongs@aol.com)


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