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Poet deVine
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0 posted 2002-10-13 02:37 PM



They stood up one at a time
Came forward to lay claim
To the words they assembled
Without thought for future fame

They shared the decision
To reject a venerable decree
Make a society from their words
Carved into liberty’s tree

Did they imagine at the time
Their names would forever be
Known as the fathers founding
A land that struggled free

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serenity blaze
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1 posted 2002-10-14 10:58 AM


I have often wondered too, if they KNEW--

You seem to be doing some time travel here...so sorry I missed the meeting!

A capture of a moment--that is a bit like holding the acorn that becomes the mighty oak!

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2 posted 2002-10-15 02:06 PM


Hang the lanterns off these words.
Paul Wilson
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3 posted 2002-10-16 03:54 AM


Poet deVine~Enjoyed. I really believe they had a vision of freedom. Sadly we still are fighting for that which they wrote about...Paul

[This message has been edited by Paul Wilson (10-16-2002 04:16 AM).]

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4 posted 2002-11-20 12:28 PM


A lovely tribute.  It is indeed inspiring to consider the selflessness of these men, expecting no fame, wanting only what is best for future generations.

Well expressed, Sharon.

Parasite

Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored.
~Aldous Huxley

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