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An American Woman
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An American Woman |
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peaches New Member
since 2002-01-28
Posts 6 |
A new day, feeling grateful, full of promise for me, A plane, a crash, is it real what I see? My first thought is "Oh God" please lead them all out, Then again, it can't be now there's really no doubt Standing proud in the skyline symbolizing our land, The glass and steel towers built to endure and withstand, In an instant, a perfect plan, about to unfold, Sends what message to our country a tragic site to behold Twin towering infernos now melt to the ground, The lives they will take never meant to be found, Their loved ones still hoping photographs soaked in tears, All that's left are the memories heart sewn over years Tireless digging and searching by man and best friend, Defines the spirit and glory across this great land, It won't be forgotten the lives we have lost, We must honor their spirit regardless the cost Red, white and blue waving with stars at half mask, Is it love for our country or acknowledging the task, Should we go? I can't answer, I won't have to go, Let's just ask our forefathers I'm sure they will know Peacefull eyes of our soldiers now faces of war, Called away from their families to settle our score, Tears, fears, daily prayers, broken heart, I know it's not much but today that's my part All Americans know that our freedom's not free, I understand very clearly there's a price for me, I have read of lost soldiers and victories won, For me, An American Woman, will the cost be a son? |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
I hope not... Welcome to Passions Work it out in verse right here 7 days a week |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
I still get emotional and teary eyed whenever 9/11 is mentioned. I pray none of us will have to let our sons go fight on a foreign land. But sadly I think many are called to go. All we as mom's can do is hold tightly together and beg God to send them home safely. Your poem was very moving. Thank you for sharing. Marti |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Welcome to Passions! You will find a caring home here in the land of poetry, where all is not bliss, and we realize it, but still find ways to take comfort in our sharing of words. Please check your E-mail for a Special Greeting... Karilea |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) Sooooooo sad but well-written, sweet friend, I believe the tragedy of 9/11 will forever be etched in our hearts and history, and I pray that together we can share compassion to one another and find hope together! (big hugggssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this is so very sad but powerful! Welcome to Passions, sweet Peaches, may you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! We all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Peaches, thank you for sharing!   May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Welcome to Passions and thank you for sharing such a wonderful piece of writing with us. Michael Michael Auguste~ |
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RosePetal
since 2001-08-26
Posts 2985South Florida |
Welcome to poetry land! 9-11 was definitely a horrible, tragic event. I hope we never have to go through something like that ever again. RP |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Welcome to another thinking American woman. Your poem strikes many chords. Sept 11 was another tragedy the history of man, one in a very long chain. How many links in this human chain must we lose before we find a way to resolve conflict with Love? I enjoyed reading your poem. Welcome, Peaches. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (01-28-2002 09:39 PM).] |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
WOW!!!!What a powerful poem to introduce yourself with....this is so emotionally strong that I can't help but feel it deep within my heart. Magnificent. Welcome to Passions...your talent will be greatly enjoyed by all here. **big hugs**  Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed your words...James |
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