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The Heavy Price Of Freedom
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The Heavy Price Of Freedom |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA 
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Freedom, ringing free, ringing clear beyond the shores of blue spray, white foam and gulls swooping the seaside for a morsel. Freedom to walk alone or...hand in hand, trailing munchkins laughingly behind....the anchor dragging. Freedom to gaze upward into a night sky as fireworks explode, sounding so similar to those deadly sounds that hurl shrapnel, innocent lives into the surrounding darkness....as fear drapes the souls of many....as we fight to bring to their New Year....this priceless gift that we have known for two hundred plus years. Yet, never truly tasted by them...not just yet. Freedom to choose, to express, to bear arms and live the American way, day in...day out. Freedom to sleep peacefully here on our shores....as we work feverishly to ensure that freedom lives long into our destiny. You are there this day, as a New Year came into your camp. Some of you slept peacefully, some fitfully, tossing and turning, worrying...Many, lying there thinking of family, friends, those they know who will raise a glass of cheer upon the strike of an hour that you hear now.....Your breath held, anxiously awaiting a moment when the wall of your freedom is jarred by defiance....an enemy unseen who wishes you dead....just as you do they. Our New Year will bring in a new day and year....one which will be strengthened by our conviction and courage....Brought to us by your unselfish devotion to us, protecting, serving your country....that we may light the fuse, watch the skyward ascent....the burst of a rocket as children’s eyes watch excitedly and little giggles ring the night air.... God bless you all, all of you there, sacrificing your freedom of life that we may have our own. And to those who have given a priceless gift, their life....I ask God to take you in his arms and keep you safe...for you have earned the price of freedom and eternal life... Thank You for the freedom I have....God Bless all of you. God Bless America...upon this, another year of our history, free to express, to write, to love and live in a land where the price of freedom has been so high... And...a side note: due to drunk drivers, driver under the influence...more lives will be lost over the holiday season from Christmas through New Years. Approximately 1200 or so... Drive responsibly, have a designated driver... [This message has been edited by Magnus (12-31-2003 05:24 PM).] |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
All I can say... is thank you, Magnus... |
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EverRuss Member
since 2003-12-31
Posts 66Indiana |
great poem. It really gives me a deeper feeling of patriotism. Its good too now that there are still people who support this country is these strange and sad times |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
God bless you all, all of you there, sacrificing your freedom of life that we may have our own. And to those who have given a priceless gift, their life....I ask God to take you in his arms and keep you safe...for you have earned the price of freedom and eternal life... Amen and God Bless you for sharing your patriotism through poetry. I am moved and deeply touched by your words of dedication. Wishing you a very Happy New Year, Barry. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
happy new year  |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...Happy New Year...James |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
Yes, thank you for this. And Barry, God bless you. My dear friend, may this new year bring all that you desire. Patricia |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
This read like a prayer Mag... Wonderful job articulating these thoughts for us. Have a Happy New Year. TD |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Barry -- I am so glad you got this posted. Thanks for sharing it! Happy 2004 to you and yours! |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
some sobering stuff herebut thaks for the reminders |
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EvocativeVerse2 Senior Member
since 2003-09-10
Posts 1279 |
Hi Barry...I like this. Especially the little side note at the end. Well done dear friend. Remember, if you're not part of the future, you're history! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
yaknow, I didn't see one police officer last night when I was getting off work at 11:45pm I figured they'd be out in masses, but all the way home, 30 miles, I saw none. |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
As I sat for a few minutes reflecting upon the busy year I have had a voice inside told me to go to passions and I would find there the greater meaning of this year. Now reading words that bring tears to my eyes, (tears of thankfullness for all that those who serve the cause of freedom and tears of sorrow for those lost in the continuous battle for the precious gift of freedom) I find myself in awe of one whose writing takes me beyond my little world and into a greater understanding of who we are. Barry...thank you for bringing my thoughts together and taking me away from the selfish vision I have had. This poem is the most perfect one I could have started this new year with. Hugs to you from one who continues to learn.... |
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