They both were struck by suicide jets
On a mission to destroy.
The spirit of America
And freedoms we enjoy.

Then a third jet struck our Pentagon,
While a fourth jet couldn't go,
Beyond the Pennsylvania trees
'Cause of heroes, we now know.

So with vengeance left to be the Lord's
One thing still applies...
Freedom just might cost your life,
But freedom never dies!

 America, America
Can you see how she lives
Life with freedom opportunity and pride
Lives for her we proudly give

 Tell me sure, what other place
Would give such chance for life
Life to be lived to its' true
Even through its' great strife

 But still there's tragedy, rebel, rebel
Someone trying to change the pages
By saying what's been said for years
Now, suddenly is viewed outrageous

 America, America
Can you see how she gives
Stand up and strong and proud for her
And make sure Our America lives

-- Submitted by John Thomas Lurry from Oklahoma City, OK

As we salute 'Old Glory'
In her stars and stripes so bold
She brings to us nostalgia
In memories we hold

 Uniting us in brotherhood
A glimpse of beauty bright
The emblem of our freedom
Of a nation crowned in light

 As the song "God Bless America"
Resounds throughout the land
Steadfast we pledge allegiance
To our flag who flies most grand!

-- Submitted by MaLady from Augusta, GA

As the pole rings like a distant bell,
I walk within the shadow of the flag
And hear the sound of freedom-so still
Like rolling thunder across the land.

 -- Submitted by Danny Barbare from Greenville, SC

While I'm laying down to rest,
Courage calls young men to test.
To test their faith on battle ground.
O bloody sight! And dreadful sound!

 Trudging through the blood and mud,
What hath power to stir men's blood?
Blood to rage, and power to fight;
Faith to keep them through the night?

 What has sparked the flame inside,
Braving war with reverent pride;
Bearing the burden for another,
A life he believes to be his brother?

 Lying in rest at home, like me;
What was it that his eye did see;
That he would thrust him from the bed,
And consider himself already dead?

 Damn the threat! Forbear the woe!
Courage has budded, to war I go!
I shall not shrink, nor fear the reaper!
For I know I am my brother's keeper!

-- Submitted by Bobby Thomasson from Alvarado, TX

Standing before the banner covered with stars,
remembering the heroes died for country in the wars,
whispering your beautiful name-America-crown of the nations,
Calling your past-the glorious noble history,
George Washington, Lincoln, Kennedy,
Everlasting is burning the flame,
through democratic tools and creations,
First freedom, the most precious result
of our struggles and daily efforts,
Second-the constitution, fountain of justice and wisdom,
Third-the safe future of our innocent, dear children,
The proud and honor to carry and protect,
Our forefathers' holy land...USA...
God bless USA!

 -- Submitted by Tatomir Ion Marius from Sighetu Marmatiei/MM/Romania

Dear God, I want to say,
A special prayer in a special way.
May you bless those far and near
Brighten a smile and dry a tear.

Who could forget that terrible day
America was attacked in a horrific way?
God, please show them that you're near.
Touch a soul to show you care.

Guide them every day and night
Let them know they'll be all right.
Help them to heal day by day
And show them they're loved in every way.

Bless people far and near
Who helped out others and showed they cared.
Bless those who passed away
For their love will never stray.

God, I know you'll hear my prayer
And you'll bless everyone everywhere.
Please take our pain away.
God, please bless the U.S.A

-- Submitted by Alice K. Monahan from Shelby, MI

How lovely is the sunset at the break of day,
How soft are its colors as it fades away.
A promise of peace, rest and cease to the unending fray,
To every man it pledges at the end of the weary day.
With majestic colors and light it bids goodbye,
While mixing with the sea and the prismatic sky.
Touching the tired and hopeless hearts of humanity.
To give them hope that in the morning they are free,
From the golden chains of false liberty.

-- Submitted by Jansen Azarias from Marikina City, Philippines