Open Poetry #16 |
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A Tribute |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Sorry fellow poets, we've had so many thoughtful and expressive tributes to the horrors that described last week and I know mine will pale by comparison, but I felt compelled to speak in my own words, so bear with me if it is a little choppy, it has taken a while to bring myself to the point of expression. Lady Libertys' torch does still burn. A page in our historys freedom has taken a turn. Terrorism & destruction has a new face. Events even time can not erase. Amid death and debris, a single flag stands tall. A symbol of its presence to us all. Proof that even in times of devistation. Citizens stand united, a tribute to our nation. Our countries flag flying through in times of strife. A symbol to those heroes who have given their life. And as America faces this time with faith to renew. In this our toughest time, our flag still flys true. |
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Sven![]() ![]()
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
every voice is valued my friend. . . well done. . . thank you for sharing. . . ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Pip Member
since 2001-09-14
Posts 59 |
Sven said it best, every voice is definitely valued. Wunnerful write, emotional and embracing. |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Sven and Pip, thank you for your kind words of encouragement. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
each voice when joined in chorus becomes a song, each voice spoken in unison becomes a declaration... they can not silence us.... good to see you posting again Gem... dont apologize for sincere & truthfilled poetry ![]() take care jm Well I looked to the sky for my anthem |
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Marge Tindal![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Gemini~ Your words come at a time when we still need the reassurance~ The tributes, the memories, the grief ... will be with us for a long time to come. Thank you for finding your voice to share~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Thank you JM, your kind words are always welcome. Thank you Marge, you have been an inspiration with your poems and I appreciate your response. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Yes these are tough times and yet we will meet the challenge and endure...James |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
JamesMichael-I thank you from across the miles. |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Your voice is beautiful! And your verse one more hand in hope! We need to see the sea of hands reaching out. Lovely! Peace and Prayers Sincerely, Regina |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
rwood-Thank you for your hopeful thoughts. I appreciate. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Gemini- I'm glad to see that you found your voice. This is a difficult time for all of us; but together, we will get through it. Hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
Vicky-I thank you for your words and inspiration. |
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