America

America
She bowed her head
Her tears flowed out with grief

Watchers and saints
Nowhere to find
They were sound asleep

Enemies took advantage
of her openness and love
Until the help much needed
was sent from above

Invaded, chained up, threatened maligned
Freedom was at war

Our enemies hadn’t counted
on God in heaven above
to guide, respond and send his angels
waking up the saints

Lady Liberty needs saving
It’s very plain to see
False accusations flying
For all the world to see

She’s been so kind to many
Helped those from other shores
Given quite the life to all
That walked right through her doors

So now let’s pray and rally
Believing God above
Will save HIS Lady Liberty
With power and with love

The light has shown the truth
Our enemies exposed
I have no doubt, that soon we’ll shout
A mighty victory

Our heroes and our babies’ blood
Have cried out for too long
Causing heaven’s angels and armies to respond

I can’t wait to see the Glory
The way that this is won
Until then, I will be at peace
Depending on the Son!

Lift the blinders Father
Unite us like before
America, America God shed His Grace on thee

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For 43 years, Dennis and Diana Nickell shared their lives, passion, and hearts. Dennis, a Vietnam Combat Veteran who dealt daily with the aftermath of his 14 months in-country, spent his later years reaching out to Veterans, their loved ones and tried to help share why you should never give up. Sept, 12th, 2021 Dennis joined his brothers in arms in heaven, who never had the chance to have the life he fought for daily, and his wife Diana still carries on the mission of educating, enlightening, and encouraging those who have paid such a heavy price for freedom. 

Dedicated to ALL, first responders, and heroes, Diana has found peace in the wealth of her family and her faith. The YouTube series Surviving Vietnam can be accessed freely at https://www.survivevietnam.com/

“Quiet Place” first appeared in Breaking Chains, written by Dennis Nickell.

All rights are reserved, for created content shared about their amazing journey, including original poetry by Diana. Feel free to contact Diana at dnickell1955@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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