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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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For many years I hiked the California hills just to see the Columbine basking in the sunshine, showered by the ocean breeze shaded by hardy coastal trees. I've always loved to hike and see Mother Nature in her glory. But three years ago this pleasant memory was invaded by a tragedy, of human Columbines left dying in a high school campus library. And no one really knows why. Families and friends still cry. Even so, the spirit of freedom and love steps forward to greet tomorrow. And while the flower columbines grow and thrive on the coastal plains, under the warm California sun, I wish only for the best for the other Columbines, and hope that their best days are yet to come. The tragedy is over and done, and it's time for all to move forward into the healing light of today. This is dedicated to all the souls who suffered from Colorado's Columbine High School tragedy three years ago, today. May the forces of healing be with you. |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
This is a beautiful tribute, Kacy.  Well done.  ~sky I'm in charge, and I say question authority! |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
I agree, Kacy....a wonderful tribute!  ~sad hugscopyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Wonderful heartfelt tribute Kacy. I have been growing Columbine in my garden since that day.... in memory. ~Hugs~ |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thanks friends, for reading and remembering. |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Kacy, what a beautiful write and they will never be forgotten.  Sauni @~~~>~~ |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) Being a native to the area around Littleton in Colorado and knowing a friend whose buddy was shot in the tragedy, I can't help but cry every time I reflect on this day and the many traumatized by the crime. (big hugggssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, I too join you in these prayers so very much and wish healing for all the families of those hurt or killed! We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is a compassionate classical tribute! You have such a beautiful, sweet Kacy, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kacy, I visited there year before last. What tragedy that such tributes require! May we never forget.  |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Yes, this is a beautiful tribute to all of them...And a moment in my lifetime I will never forget... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thanks to each of you for your replies. Noah, it must have been especially difficult for the youth in your area to come to grips with this. There is so much visible violence in the world, yet many people act as if they are immune until it happens in their own backyard. I sense the level of disbelief is still deep within the residents of Littleton and the surrounding communities. Hopefully, some lessons can be learned that might help prevent these tragedies from happening again. |
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Alicia Member
since 2002-03-22
Posts 279 |
~Kacy, for this, for keeping these people in your light, for caring the way you do, thank you. *Peace. |
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ShadowRider Senior Member
since 2001-07-14
Posts 1038USA |
Kacy....so glad you posted and were inspired to write this. I swear, the lines wept of their own as they were felt by the eyes i have walked thru tragic sites before, and each time i felt the past despair hang in the air. Awesome, powerful writing. You have my admiration, jeff |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Alicia, peaceful hugs, thanks for reading and commenting. Jeff, thank you. You're right, you really can feel the air of despair that hangs over places of tragedy. |
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