Open Poetry #15 |
The Day I Saw My Lady Cry.... |
Balladeer
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She stood there with her torch held high To watch planes falling from the sky As silver bullets ripped apart The center of her loving heart With disregard for sanity In senseless act of lunacy She saw her children fall and die The day I saw my lady cry. I LIFT MY LAMP....so reads her plaque Just miles from terrorist attack Her open doors now violated By pure evil orchestrated Hounds of Hell have been released And Good must rise to kill the Beast. I saw her head droop, shaking "Why?" The day I saw my lady cry. Her tears will bring on bitter rain Unleashing winds of hurricane To circle globe in whirlwind force Uncover evil at its source Then seek exacting recompense From those who prey on innocents. They'll not forget, as time goes by, The day they made my lady cry. |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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Excellent, Michael. No, they won't ever forget. They have show us only the depth of their baseless hatred. We shall show them righteous justice. No, they won't ever forget. Ever. |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
Excellent poem, and a message that rings loud and clear. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Very well said! ~Time has cast a spell on you |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
there are no words to say..... . . . . . . . soooo yes this is..... , . and yes she cries her land her city earth defiled her home raped sprawled on her front porch ...... and yet she still holds proud her torch..... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Oh, My Balladeer~ You've touched the tears in me~ 'She stood there with her torch held high To watch planes falling from the sky As silver bullets ripped apart The center of her loving heart With disregard for sanity In senseless act of lunacy She saw her children fall and die The day I saw my lady cry.' 'Then seek exacting recompense From those who prey on innocents. They'll not forget, as time goes by, The day they made my lady cry.' Much love~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Oh my, Michael, this is the best poem thus far dedicated to this tragedy. You've touched me deeply with this powerful piece. Excellent use of a metaphor. Hugs, Melissa~ "Poetry is not an opinion expressed... |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Oh yes, the lady cries and America mourns. Joyce |
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SEA
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since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
this is so touching..... for you |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
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Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Balladeer- Your words bring tears to these eyes tonight. "With disregard for sanity In senseless act of lunacy She saw her children fall and die The day I saw my lady cry." "They'll not forget, as time goes by, The day they made my lady cry." Nothing else need be said... Hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Balladeer
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Denise....yes, we shall show them. Thank you... songbird...may the world hear it... Enchantress...I thank you Doreen....and with a pride that cannot be destroyed.. Marge...your response is also touching. Thank you, my friend... Melissa...thank you deeply for your words. How I wish it hadn't been needed to be written joyce...we are a nation in mourning, indeed.. SEA...thank you! Hugs and kisses are very special right now... Vicky...thank you, wonderful friend.. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
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Her tears will bring on bitter rain Unleashing winds of hurricane To circle globe in whirlwind force Uncover evil at its source Then seek exacting recompense From those who prey on innocents. They'll not forget, as time goes by, The day they made my lady cry. ================================= Me and the girls just stopped by to tell you THIS is exactly why we NEED you around here... Classic Deer poetry. Well I looked to the sky for my anthem |
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Sunshine
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Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You say it all, better than most! Well done, Sir! |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
And the world cried with her... moved by your words as always Charisma |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Well-spoken, Michael. |
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Carolina Member
since 2001-08-17
Posts 224Myrtle Beach, SC |
Michael, This is very touching. It's eerily ironic how this happened in front of our monument that represents freedom, to us and to other countries. She now represents one voice to be heard around the world that terrorism will not be tolerated, and through it all, she still shines bright. Live today as if it's your last. Love today as if it's your first. Lisa |
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Blaec Member
since 2001-04-23
Posts 130The Sunshine State |
And again I am brought to tears. I am sending it to my husband. He is in the Navy and overseas on standby right now. I know that he would appreciate this wonderful poem! Kris |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Mike, They'll not forget, as time goes by, The day they made my lady cry. That about sums it up. Wonderful write. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Your words reach right out and touch us with a gentleness that brings us a hug. Thank you. On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
The tears haven't stopped and won't for a long time. This is a wonderful poem. Thank you for writing it and posting. Betty Lou Hebert |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
You put the words together well Balladeer...James |
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Sunshine
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Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You HAVE put this in for submission to the Main Site per Ron's note, yes, Balladeer? |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
I'm still crying....from anger, from the beauty of people helping people, from confusion & pain. It's truly a crying time. Beautiful Balladeer! I saw her cry too. Thank you. Sincerely, Regina |
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Balladeer
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JanetMarie..wonderful to see you and the girls! You look like sisters...I'm sure you are ..thank you, show-me Sunshine...everyone here is just as sincere as I...one of the beauties of this site Charisma.. (((hugs)))) LongJohn...thank you, sailor Carolina....yes, she does..and her light can be seen the world over Blaec...I am honored that you would do that. I thank you with all my heart Sy...thank you, sir! Gentle Spirit..you are always so kind. Thank you for the feeling.... Trillium...and thank you for reading. No, they will not stop for a very long time.. James...thank you for reading... Sunshine....actually, I have.. Regina...yes, and I cried today while watching all of the countries of the world joining in together to show their sadness and support...I know what you mean, miss.. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I cry with all of you with such pride in this poetry, and the people who stand strong with the lady, while she cries. This was a fantastic piece Michael. ~*Be Kind To Your Fellow Man, Lend Him A Helping Hand, Put A Little Love In Your Heart*~ |
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Domzi Member
since 2001-09-08
Posts 288New York (BK) |
I cried along with her...but those tears quickly dried up with American pride. Great piece! As my borough has always stated- Do or Die. |
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Elizabeth
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since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Her torch will always be proudly held. God bless America, my home sweet home. |
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oh2beme Member
since 2000-07-24
Posts 215NV USA |
Dear Deer writing....I read so many yet reply to so few....I wish I had more time to reply to all who have touched my heart with their words, (there are so many). This is so heartfelt Deer and thank you for sharing. Deb |
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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
She continues to lift her lamp... Thank you, Michael... |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
Beautiful |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
What a wonderful tribute to Miss Liberty. And for all the lost innocents, she still carries the torch of freedom. May Freedom ring throughout this land and the whole world. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
so well done, so well thought out....only you could describe in such a way....Bravo Mr. 'deer.....your way with words will always awe me.... |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Michael, you've said it all, splendid write. |
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Carolina Member
since 2001-08-17
Posts 224Myrtle Beach, SC |
The more I read this, the deeper it runs. {{{{{{HUGGZZZ}}}} Live today as if it's your last. Love today as if it's your first. Lisa |
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Balladeer
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Mysteria...thank you for the wonderful support you have extended to us....yes, we shall stand proud.. Domzi..they will turn into tears of anger, for sure.. Elizabeth....yes, I agree. Thank you deb...I thank you for responding to this one. Thank you for sharing.. Nan..and with blinding light RSEvans...I thank you, sir. midnightsun..from your mouth to God's ear... Toerag...thank you, my friend. Knowing the sense of pride and allegiance for country that runs through your veins I know we feel the same...good to see you.. Gemini...and thank you Carolina...thank you for reading...and the hug.. |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
I have been away...I am back...this is heartbreaking, but still, hope rises...thank you for this... |
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DreamRomancer Junior Member
since 2001-09-18
Posts 46Ohio, United States |
With a mighty stroke of the pen, you have lain our soul bare. This horrible tragedy has struck us all. What an excellent write. It seems we are guided by a worthy hand. Keep up the good work! With my pen I shall create, |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
When I think I've surely read your best, you pen this magnificent piece with heart's blood. I've cried each time I've seen Lady Liberty beside the destruction, certain I see tear stains streaking her patined cheeks... Tears flow anew reading this poem I'll not forget. |
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