From Your Retired Flag

My official days are over, I'm retired from my job, I showed my colors, flew so strong, now down the pole I've come, I reminded all who saw me, the Freedom that we share, the history of My added Stars, the wars we've had to bear, I've inspired Courage, Strength and Liberty, felt tears for Hero's life, waved strong for Truth and Justice, flown high in times of strife, One Nation under God, I waved o're land and sea, My stars and stripes saluted, trumpets play our jubilee, I may be tattered by the wind, My colors faded by the sun, but My meaning stays the same, Freedom for the Old and Young, My torn and faded spots, are folded up inside, My new life shows, you see My best, My tattered edges hide, I'm now a gift to you, being saved from honors fire, a present for your special day, of me; I hope you will not tire, New ownership is now secure; My dream is coming true, again to represent My Country, another job to do, Show Honor to My folded form, please keep me where I'm seen, let others know My meaning, fates fire intervened, I hope I bring a smile to you, encourage hopes and dreams, remind you of This Country, and hear our anthem ring, Please enjoy Me while you have Me, as I live beyond retire, If needed pass Me on, and keep Me from the fire, I was folded on a special day, My future yours to do, to never be unfolded..... unless it is by you.

©MelBird2012

Like these flags, you may be tired, feel worn out, have mental or physical scars from military or just everyday life, but never forget your worth it, you have a purpose, you have value.

This flag still has value, so do you!