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Sister Freedom - In Memory of Lori Piestewa
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Sister Freedom - In Memory of Lori Piestewa |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
 Sister Freedom Dedicated to PFC. Lori Ann Piestewa, 23, Tuba City, Arizona, 507th Maintenance Company She was part of a convoy ambushed March 23, 2003 when PFC Jessica Lynch was taken prisonor. They were roommates at Fort Bliss, TX. Lori Ann is a Native American. She leaves behind her 4 year old son and 3 year old daughter. ******** Her nation cried when thunder rained havoc from above now she stands in remembrance of such bravery and love Many years of hatred drew a line along the sand but now she lifts Old Glory and prepares to take a stand One nation, under each man’s God united at last in freedom’s fight she stands amid mountain glory to claim her citizen's right (Original graphic created by Poet deVine) |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
THANK YOU! I cried for her today, and shall light a candle in her honor tonight, and remember with gratitude all the sacrifices her family has made for this country, many many many times over.  Good bye dearest Lori, Sister in Freedom. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (04-05-2003 07:48 PM).] |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
How very moving is this dedication....I was moved to tears....My heart goes out to all who have the courage to stand up for peace....Your country is and alway will be strong under the hand of God...This is magnificent. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
A wonderful tribute to a brave and lovely woman. Thankyou for this. Chris "Hope" is the thing with feathers- |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Thank you, Sharon...your talents are shining on this woman who gave for us all...blessed are we whose people...all people...live to give. We are all blessed in the footsteps of heros. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Thank you for this tribute Sharon. Such a sad ending to a beautiful young person. Peace, Nancy |
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Edder Senior Member
since 2003-04-02
Posts 671 |
very powerful. a fitting tribute. well done. |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
A very loving and beautiful tribute to one of our own daughters. Thank you for this. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
A beautiful tribute and lovely rendering in words and graphic. It does give me chills however. As lovely and tastefully as this is done, I pray there will be no need for many of these.  |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
Sharon, I can't tell you how much this means. I hope you don't mind but I'm going to send a copy of this to my son. His girlfriend is a Hopi Indian, and she is from Tuba City. My grandson was born on the Indian reservation. It will mean a lot to her. Again, thank you for this.  |
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Ariana Senior Member
since 2000-10-08
Posts 571Orlando, Florida |
Thank you Sharon. They are all in our thoughts and prayers. They will all be sadly missed. |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Thank you all for your kindness. A friend from another website is trying to reach Lori's family and send this to her for me. I too wish there was no need for this.... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
I read this last night. You did a wonderful job on a sensitive subject. M |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This was written after 9/11 but it seemed to fit this situation. I made the graphic from Paint Shop Pro Tubes... |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Poet deVine~ Very touching. Let there be peace I pray...Paul "To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you" |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
It has been reported that they expended all their ammunition before they were over ran.That is the way of the warrior.Another brave lives in the happy hunting grounds. paladin |
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Ringo
since 2003-02-20
Posts 3684Saluting with misty eyes |
This was absolutely breathtaking. It also shoots the phrase "America's Fighting Men" all to there and back. I only wish I could write this well. When the morning cries and you don't know why... |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Sharon, this is oh so very touching.. a wonderful tribute to a brave woman. Maree. |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Sharon - a lovely tribute indeed and a beautiful graphic to accompany your words peace to her now xxoo |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
When I heard her story, I just sat and cried. So young with so much more living and loving to do. She left behind 2 little ones. Her father and grandfather both proudly served our country as well. She will be sadly missed. Thank you so much for writing this. I had started a poem in her memory, but each time I opened it, I found myself in tears and it sits unfinished. This is a wonderful tribute to her. Huggles for Peace ... Marti Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts. A.Einstein |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
PoetDeVine~ Your tenderness touches this lady~ This is a beautiful tribute to a brave soldier~ The graphic is stunning and perfect for this beautiful piece~ Tender *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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