I AM YOUR FLAG

I AM YOUR FLAG

How it hurts

When you disrespect me. 

Instead of saluting 

You take a knee. 

I have stood on the battlefield 

And been torn to tatters. 

But for you I was there, 

And that is what should matter. 

I wave where you place me, 

Lawn, building or pole. 

Trying to show love 

For this country so bold. 

My stars show the states 

That in this country belong. 

My stripes represent 

The colonies that made us strong. 

I have been in more wars 

Then there should ever be. 

I have seen more hurt, 

Then one should ever see. 

I have been roughly dragged 

And burned with flame. 

Because of politicians  

People think I am to blame. 

I am just a flag 

Formed of beautiful cloth. 

Our countries symbol  

Of what has been won or lost. 

So, whenever I wave  

So all can see, 

Please salute me 

And do not take a knee.