Open Poetry #22 |
The Day They Made My Lady Cry...reposted for 9/11 |
Balladeer
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Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
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. [This message has been edited by Sunshine (09-11-2002 09:30 AM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, sweet friend, they can make our Lady Liberty weep but as God is her witness and all of ours we will all rise to God with hope and faith and as always our Lady of Peace will continue to stand tall with might and cry freedom! (big hugggssssss) My prayers and heart goes out to all the children and those afflicted by this tragedy, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Michael, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton (God Bless America) "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
That is sad Cold hands means a warm heart |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Michael, Somehow I missed this last year. I am so glad you reposted. Well written and well presented. If only the responsible parties could be made to pay! |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Michael...Your words have captured the feelings of that terrible day so well. I wish for all of us that we never would have had to write about such a sad time that will never be forgotten...Paul |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Michael I remember this from last year, it is still as powerful today. Hugs to you. If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream... |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Michael, this was one of the most profound and touching pieces I read in the aftermath of this tragedy, and it remains so. A beautiful and introspective piece. Hugs to you and all, on this day of remembrance, /Kit |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Nobody could say it better...."Hell hath no fury like a scorned woman"....... [This message has been edited by Toerag (09-11-2002 11:18 AM).] |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Thank you, my friend... |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
I can't type and cry at the same time...excellent dear friend |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
My 'deer...thank you SO much for posting this heart-wrenchingly powerful piece again. This brings tears to my eyes each time I read it. BIG HUGS, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, you have not truly met the poet. ~vlraynes [This message has been edited by vlraynes (09-11-2002 09:49 AM).] |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
Oh this is beautiful. Heart breaking, and lovely and I'm not sure how many more of these I can read. The mourning continues. |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Oh Balladeer, this is so sad. My heart goes out to everyone whose lives were lost that day. And, especially to the families who lost loved ones on that terrible day. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer~ So tenderly touching ... still~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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WhileIWasGone Member
since 2002-07-18
Posts 486 |
Sad but beautiful ....enjoyed very much! DeaDiAmore |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Balladeer, Excellent poem. Mikey |
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Magicmystery Senior Member
since 2002-02-13
Posts 821Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
I swear I am lucky that I am not a "hunt and peck" typist. I cannot see the keyboard at present and my makeup is the least of my cocerns right now as I type in tears. Most excellently said, Michael. To paraphrase General Norm...."Iit is God's job to forgive those who planned and rained so much terror and distruction. It is our job to arrange the meeting." Hugs Sherry |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
You, dear man, are a P-O-E-T !!! Regarding all the accolades above my humble reply,---DITTO for me! Earth Angel |
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Alwye
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since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
I read this one the first time around and it still evokes strong emotions 1 year later. You are a phenomenal poet, 'deer (I wonder how many times I've told you that over the years here), and you've done excellent with this one. *Krista Knutson* |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
'deer, I missed this the first time around..... I'm glad is was brought back up! May our Lady hold her head high again and cry no more. ~Sheri |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Hi Deer, being here on 9/11 is quite something for me. You wrote a marvellous beautiful poem here my friend. Titia Like scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Michael...I could say that this didn't bring tears, chills, and sadness from within my heart... I can't....for it would be the greatest lie of my life... Thank You for sharing this yet again...I was not here last year to read this....I am glad you brought it back out for us to read... Save it, I know I will see it again... |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
Deer this is beautiful the presentation is perfect but the words are simply sad. Thank you for reposting this one. The content is very true to life. As always Krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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Ceinwyn Member Elite
since 2000-07-09
Posts 2175VA |
Kristen My moto is..Never send a blind squirrel to do an acorns job! |
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Mystic Mystron Member
since 2002-02-15
Posts 69North York .Ontario |
Across the world tears are falling even here as we remember. Great poem is all i can say. You are a good poet as soon as you try to reach others with your words. |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
Wonderful, Balladeer. All the pics are fantastic, but that last one brings tears for sure! Thanks for posting again, I didn't see it before. Whether on the shoal or on the shore, |
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EarthenSoul Member
since 2002-05-30
Posts 163WA, USA |
This is the single most touching work I have ever read. Thank you! *Sob, sob* |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
’Deer dearest heart, beautiful and simply perfect. This is one day when words fail me totally. Thank you for the love within and the power of this, and I’m crying too, as I have been all day. Love and warm stuff as always Mushy Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
A poignant piece. My thoughts are with the Americans Hugs... |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
My heart weeps. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Balladeer
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Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thank you all for reading and your kind responses. It's a poem that I wish had never needed to be written.... |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This will always stand out in my mind as one of the best poems depicting the feelings I have about 9/11. Thank you for posting it. |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
This is a classic, Michael... A lot of depth and so very well written on a subject which is tragic to everyone... Thanks for sharing it. ~ hugs of sadness and rememberance Lyra |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
I hope this Lady, and every other Lady you ever know, will never have to cry in this way again... Thank you, 'Deer |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
It's not nice to make a lady cry...excellent writing...James |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Everyone here knows how much I love to banter back and forth with this old coot....but all of you know deep in my heart I thinks he's one of the best folks here...not just with his unlimited talent but as a person....I've printed this poem, I read it almost every day, I've taken copies to my church, (Of course I told everyone I wrote it)..LOL....but few people, (not only here but anywhere) can match this man's wit and talent and true love for his country........(Okay Balladeer, I wrote it word for word as you asked, now can I have the keys back to my Porsche?)....Seriously.....I do respect Mr. Balladeer... |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Deer, touching hearts and reaching out with this keeper. Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thank you all again....every reply is special to me Toerag, you old dunce, people ask me occasionally if I ever get insulted by your vile, evil taunts hurled my way and I tell them, "Nope, Toe and I can do that to each other because, underneath it all, is a deep respect and friendship that make it all ok." Thanks for enforcing that, my friend |
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