I've said before that my Grandma is the most patriotic person I know. Her family, from Mexico, consisted of her mother raising 10 children alone. And though she is full blooded Mexican, her heart completely belongs to the United States. She is the most appreciative supporter of the military I have ever met. And so for today's post, I turned to one of her many writings to share. She wrote this for her Writer's Group with Betsy Ross and the first hand-stitched flag as her inspiration. "Red White and Blue" by Mary M. Valencia 10/13/2009 Ripples high Red, White, and Blue Sounds of freedom alerts us to A Nation's fighting battle cry Amongst the density she flies high. Forward rushing 3,000 men Grimace boldly to defend. Battles fought on common soil Where once'st with brother they did toil. The promise of a new tomorrow Bodies buried lessen the sorrow. Atrocious battle has been fought Unmeasured calmness now is sought. Forward proudly in the lead Fife and d