Beware American's of the threat at hand, <br />The terrorist plot to destroy our land. <br />It is not the fear of the Al Qaeda or Taliban, <br />But those radical forces that are part of the evil plan. <br /> <br />Do not permit apathy to govern our way, <br />It will be a national tragedy that will lead us astray. <br />Remember the symbolic words uttered on the mall, <br />'United we stand, Divided we fall.' <br /> <br />Rise and stand tall to America's urgent call, <br />From every hamlet, town, and city - large or small. <br />Please - no hesitation - your services are needed, <br />From all walks of life - the urgency must be heeded. <br /> <br />The cost of combating terrorism will be extremely high, <br />It is not just today - but everyday or years without a sigh. <br />Protecting our way of life is not free - a sacrifice must be made, <br />With blood, sweat, and tears as strategy are laid. <br /> <br />Obstacles will be encountered on the terrorist trail, <br />Still, our resolve will be strong and we will prevail. <br />God gives us the strength to withstand the nation's pain, <br />We pray that our efforts against terrorism will not be in vain.<br /><br />Joseph T. Renaldi<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/america-s-plight/
