Thirteen Folds, Thirteen Stars(Verse 1)From Virginia's shores t

Thirteen Folds, Thirteen Stars(Verse 1) From Virginia's shores to Georgia's land, Thirteen colonies took their stand. New England winds and Southern soil, Dreams of freedom through hardship and toil. Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Carolina's call, Connecticut, Delaware, they built it all. New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey's pride, Pennsylvania, Maryland—side by side. (Chorus) Thirteen colonies, thirteen stars so bright, Rising from the East, into the light. Now thirteen folds for the heroes we mourn, A flag of honor for lives nobly borne. In every triangle, a story unfolds, Of sacrifice given, of courage untold. Thirteen folds whisper, "Your loved one served true," America remembers—remembers you. (Verse 2) They fought for liberty, broke the chains, Built a nation through joy and pain. From Plymouth Rock to Independence Hall, Thirteen voices answered freedom's call. But the flag flies on through wars we've known, For husbands, wives, daughters, sons gone home. At forty-five, a service call claimed one more, Left a widow's heart forever sore. Thirteen colonies, thirteen stars so bright, Rising from the East, into the light. Now thirteen folds for the heroes we mourn, A flag of honor for lives nobly borne. In every triangle, a story unfolds, Of sacrifice given, of courage untold. Thirteen folds whisper, "Your loved one served true," America remembers—remembers you. (Bridge) Each fold a symbol: life, faith, and might, Tribute to veterans who fought the good f***t. Hearts pledge allegiance, armed forces stand tall, Fathers and mothers who gave it all. In God we trust, as the stars shine above, Wrapped in old glory, wrapped in love. (Final Chorus – softer, then building) Thirteen colonies, thirteen stars so bright... Now thirteen folds in the still of the night. For every service-connected name, We fold with reverence, we speak your name. Thirteen folds hold the weight of the free, A grateful nation—eternally. America remembers... remembers thee. I hope this captures the essence of what you envisioned—honoring the historical 13 colonies while tying it personally to the 13-fold ceremony and the sacrifices of service members (and their families). If you'd like any changes, a different style, or another verse, just let me know. This one's for you and in memory of your husband.