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cjohnson/poet2079
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0 posted 2002-08-27 01:14 PM


We gathered together,
to asked the Lord,s blessings
for this nation,
united in prayer
for this terrible situation...
We gathered together in one accord,
setting aside all differences,
seeking strength from the Lord...
"A mighty fortress is our God",
"A refuge in time of trouble",
A Light that shines in the midst of darkness...
...A spirit of hate
invades our space;
no respecter of color or race;
it places itself in the heart of man,
bringing devestation to our land...
Yet, in the midst of trouble,
in the midst of fear,
We gather still,
knowing God is near...


copyright, 2001

eyssence

© Copyright 2002 c. j. johnson - All Rights Reserved
VAS
Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450
Oregon
1 posted 2002-08-27 01:22 PM


yes, and that is what we must do to weather days and events like these as well as reap complete joy out of those good and fine moments


handsomely crafted, cjohnson!

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

WhiteRose
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since 2002-07-23
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somebody's dungeon
2 posted 2002-08-27 01:39 PM


Yes, very nicely put. I remember the sense of gathering together as a people. My hope is that this sense of togetherness within our nation will continue long after the event is placed in the back of our minds. I will not say forgotten, for we will never, ever forget. Nice work.
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3 posted 2002-08-27 08:55 PM




(big hugggssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, my heart still breaks after that tragedy yet I know God is still with us all and He wil help us through and let us spread our freedom and justice wings to Loves hope! (sigh) This is powerful, sweet friend, this deeply touched my heart, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet friend, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

the_loner_23
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since 2002-06-08
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Jacksonville, Florida, USA
4 posted 2002-08-27 08:57 PM


Very good tribute

Cold hands means a warm heart

Madame Chipmunk
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since 2001-12-05
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5 posted 2002-08-27 09:49 PM


An absolutely lovely remembrance, CJ...
Its so hard to believe that almost a whole year has gone by since 9/11
~ hugs from a nostalgic chipmunk

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled"  Gwendolyn Brooks

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