In elementary school we learn of the great men who fought for our independence and liberties. We learn of the men who signed the declaration on July 4th, with John Hancock’s the biggest as he stated, “There, I guess King George will be able to read that.” But, as with most stories, that is too [...]

poem for 4th of July
on this independence day,
we remember the years past.
we honor this very day
for our flag, old glory, has last.
on this independence day,
two centuries ago, we
declared our independence
for justice and liberty.
on this independence day,
a war began with writing;
John Hancock signed the paper,
and war began with fighting.
on this independence day,
seven years from the former,
the [...]