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American Work Anthem

American Work Poem

By Afrin Fathima Published 3 years ago 1 min read
American Work

In the land of opportunity, where dreams take flight,
Where hard work and determination burn so bright,
There exists a poem, a tribute to the American soul,
A testament to those who strive to reach their goal.

From dawn till dusk, the workers toil away,
In factories, offices, fields, come what may,
They build the bridges, the roads, and the towers,
Their sweat and labor fueling the nation's powers.

With calloused hands and brows furrowed deep,
They sow the seeds of progress, in valleys and on steep,
Their hands hold hammers, wrenches, and pens,
Crafting a better future, where hope never ends.

In bustling cities and quiet rural towns,
Workers wear many hats, as life's symphony sounds,
From doctors to teachers, from waiters to bakers,
Each job contributes, creating a world that never falters.

In steel mills, the sparks dance in fiery delight,
As workers mold the metal with all their might,
In skyscrapers, architects shape the urban sprawl,
Their visions rising high, standing tall.

Farmers toil in fields, their hands in the earth,
Growing food to nourish, giving life its worth,
Their sweat and sacrifice, in every crop they yield,
Feeding a nation, a hunger they've fulfilled.

From assembly lines to service with a smile,
Workers keep the wheels turning, mile after mile,
Their dedication, the backbone of the economy,
Fueling progress with unwavering autonomy.

For it is the workers, the heartbeat of the land,
Whose efforts, like waves, shape the shifting sand,
They strive for a better life, for their families and kin,
Their legacy woven in the fabric of where they've been.

So let us honor the workers, their spirit strong,
In their hands, the melody of America's song,
For in their toil and sweat, they define our worth,
A testament to the values of this land since birth.

Thanks for Reading.

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