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The Meaning of Independence by pome lover
Four for the Fourth writing prompt entry


 
Independence Day
Should remind Americans
What we celebrate:
 
Freedom to live by
Our constitutional rights
As a free nation
 
With a government—
Of, by and for the people
Of America.
 
Its purpose, to serve
The American people.
Not dictate to us.         
 
 
 



Writing Prompt
This is a 'Stacked Five-Seven-Five' contest for the Fourth of July! You are to compose an offering of FOUR 'stacked' 5-7-5's that comprise a SINGLE poem on any topic that is associated with America's July Fourth Celebrations. Remember, one single 5-7-5 is written such that:

first line -- five syllables
second line -- seven syllables
third line -- five syllables

Your poem will be a 'stack' of FOUR of these with a 'Fourth of July' theme.
Everyone knows the Fourth can be different things for different people, and here's your chance to make your 'thing' the one 'thing' we all enjoy!! Your ultimate goal? Make us all want to vote for yours at the polls! :) Ready! Set! Celebrate! :) ;)

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