Come, weary souls, from distant lands,
To where freedom’s torch forever stands,
In the land where dreams take flight,
Beneath the stars, so vast and bright.
With open arms, we bid you near,
To this land where hope conquers fear,
Where every heart beats strong and free,
In the land of opportunity.
Oh, you who yearn for a new start,
With courage beating in your heart,
Come, join us in this noble quest,
To build a future, truly blessed.
From every corner of the earth,
You bring your dreams, your skills, your worth,
To weave your stories into ours,
Amidst the sun-kissed fields and towers.
Let no walls of prejudice rise,
Let freedom’s song reach endless skies,
For here, within this nation’s fold,
Diverse voices blend, bold and bold.
United in our common creed,
We cherish every race and creed,
Bound by love for liberty’s flame,
In this land, we all lay claim.
So come, embrace this sacred land,
With dreams and hopes held in your hand,
For here, beneath the starry dome,
We welcome all who call this home.
Mark Steinpreis 3/2/2024