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Like Atlantis (Dedicated to the Survivors)
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Like Atlantis (Dedicated to the Survivors) |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA 
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A myth to many still this day, Atlantis City went away. Disappeared beneath the sea. I don’t wonder, now I see. Before my eyes same as before, An entire culture’s moved away. Changed within one darkened day. Testing someone’s power prayer. Nature must have buried them, Atlantis’ alabaster walls. People must have fled from there To begin again on foreign shore. In other lands, they settled in. So many secrets swallowed. They must have put it all behind To look unto tomorrow. I think about Atlantians, I heard some here today, Serenity and Twisted, And others, on their way. Maps will not be needed, To tell us where the City lay. The Old South archived treasure Like Atlantis, will not stay. Think of a phoenix rising Out of ashes of the South. But future’s still a mystery How this will come about. Forge on, you brave Atlantians. Courage now you need. Change may be the remedy To plant the needed seeds. |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Very good. enjoyed your thoughts. martyjo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thank you MartyJo. I'm just filled with so much emotion...had to write something. My thoughts are so focused on all the misplaced people right now.  ....jo |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
I know.I am at "work". Quiet night so am able to watch CNN and Fox News and check the thread on Announcements and Links. Amazing...martyjo |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
it's really hard not to be overcome with emotion this is a very touching write jo, very moving indeed |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
lily jo, I am distraught and overwrought by the plight of so many and the far-reaching ramifications from the utter and complete devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. It sickens this disheartened soul. I understand and appreciate the parallels that you have drawn between the sinking of the Lost Continent and the sinking of the southern states. A very moving piece of timely writing. The phoenix shall rise again, Love and Healing Light to all those who are suffering and struggling. They are all in my prayers. Linda |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Awesome write! Eric |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Fantastic write, Jo, in spite of the emotional trauma. It's hard for us here to imagine a whole city under water but we see the devastation and our hearts go out to the survivors and rescue workers. |
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Bodger Senior Member
since 2005-06-12
Posts 1260Tolerance for a short time |
I agree - fantastic Bodger |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
WOW!!! Your words capture it perfectly...Very powerful and very well said...**big hugs** |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Jo...it is so hard to know what to say, when seeing the devistation...thank you for this poem. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Dixie -- it is hard. I found myself totally disfunctional these past few days and I cannot even imagine how the folks who were directly effected are coping. Thanks for your comment. ....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Earth Angel, me too. I know how empathetic you are and I am hoping you are doing alright. This is overwhelming...I just wish I could do more. *hugging you and hugging you*.....we must keep positive energy floating........lily jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Ericc, why sir, that was a very nice thing to say! Thank you. ....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Honeybunch, it is like a living nightmare for the many people affected. Many are here in Houston or on their way. This is such a blow to this country which has taken so much the past few years....yet, we just keep bounching back and I'm hoping there is enough love in the world to keep it going. Thanks for your kind post, dear lady.....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Bodger, thank you...you're kind. ...jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Martie, I know....it is. I can hardly bear to watch the news and yet I feel guilty if I don't....these are our brothers and sisters and if it is happening to them, it is happening to us....I know you feel that, too. ......jo |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I like this very much, iliana... and you're right... no one knows what's next and courage will be needed... The parallels do make us ponder... but I believe the Gulf Coast folks won't be satisfied with becoming a myth. *S* |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice writing...before this tragedy, I never realized that much of New Orleans was a huge bowl that lies below sea level and is protected from flooding by the ocean and the rivers by levee's. Now that I know this, it brings up some new issues... What if New Orleans is rebuilt and terrorist decide to blow up the levee's...something to think about...James |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Thought this was awesome the first time I read it, but don't think I responded. Yep. I think there are some parallels among the cities. Glad I was able to visit there last summer before the devastation. I feel for those who have lost so much and am glad to see the pouring of assistance by so many. Great write, iliana. miscellanea |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
it feels like this yes hard to put into words ive tried to write but can't just too overwhelming right now thanks for writing for me right now |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Jo ... it is heartbreaking and gut-wrenching to see the devastation. I cannot even imagine how so many will begin again in foreign lands. I love your poem and the similarity to Atlantis. Sending hugs and healing thoughts to you and all who so desperately need it. Marti Living simply here in the mountains! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
A very moving well written piece here!! Brava! Heart hugs on the way to you~ Something tugs at me, I've no doubt of that. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
exceptionally sad this situation... overwheming and alarming...all we can do is help as much as pratically possible...with encouragement, prayers and hope for those who have experienced the loss of family. Hugs Jo...beautifully done with much care and gentleness. Thank you |
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Juju Member Elite
since 2003-12-29
Posts 3429In your dreams |
How lovely. -JUju Juju - 1.) a magic charm or fetish 2.)Magic 3.)A taboo connected woth the use of magic |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Change is always a seed of growth, and strength. I loved this, and its message. |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
Capturing sadness with a net of hope is a challenging theme. Well done. Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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