Spirit of Queensland
Rain took livelihoods, homes and dreams
And doing so broke many hearts
It couldn’t take spirit by any means
Queensland – sum more than its parts
Awash with water, drenched by tears
Pride then strength simmer and stir
Long road ahead, maybe months or years
Queensland – recovery altogether
The people will toil with hearts and hand
Neighbour, friend, digger by mate
Plants will awaken, replenish the land
Queensland – return to sunshine state
Soon the swagman will waltz again
The kookaburra will chortle with glee
Children’s laughter and their play will reign
Queensland – spirit, strength, victory
© Mama's Kiwi Kid, 2011
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