patriotism

patriotism is

smiling subconsciously

when your eyes catch sight of the national flag

patriotism is

feeling pride nip around your heart,

then bursts,

sparkles and all

patriotism is

looking forward to national day

every single year,

and watching it on live television

without fail, extremely focussed

patriotism is

singing the anthem;

reciting the pledge

with every ounce of

conviction embedded in

your voice

being patriotic is not just

meaningless proclamations of

love towards your country

being patriotic is

loving your country

from the bottom of your heart

( for life )

being patriotic is

displaying your sincerity through

subtle gestures,

and reserving an air of

exultance just for

your homeland

loving your country unconditionally is

being patriotic—

it doesn’t have to be announced,

for it can be

f e l t . _____________________

happy 53rd birthday, my beloved homeland, singapore! i may not have been there from the very beginning, but we all begin somewhere.

let’s work together, hand in hand, to expand our ever-growing potential for our future, and of course, never forgetting our roots. let’s continue to strive to live harmoniously,

regardless of race, language, religion, abilities ( or disabilities ), economic and social status, sexuality, or gender.