I am an American. I raised my right hand and affirmed to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against any who oppose it. I agreed to follow the orders of the President and all others ranked above me. I have been to war and done things I believe are morally wrong, but would do them again to protect my country. Like my friend’s grandmother, a Water Walker who fights to protect water because it is life, I will fight whenever and wherever I am told because Freedom isn’t free and I’m willing to pay the price.
Written in response to Charli Mills November 7, 2019, prompt at Carrot Ranch Literary: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes Water Walkers. It does not have to be in the Anishinaabe tradition; in fact, it would be more interesting to see interpretations from across all nations and walks. It can be a title or used as a phrase. Go where the prompt leads!
In memory of my friend Kurt Feuerherm, WWII Veteran
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11/12/2019 at 23:54
Great writing, Susan. I can’t agree with it more!
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11/13/2019 at 20:52
Wonderful way to weave your memories in with the prompt. You definitely went where the heart leads!
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11/14/2019 at 13:22
Thank, H.H.R. I am often told I write from the heart, problem is, when I read my won works I cry most every time. It can be embarrassing for this retiree.
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