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I just now discovered a poem I wrote on September 22, 2001 so I thought I’d share it:
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~ THEY HAVE NOT DIED IN VAIN ~
If we see life a bit clearer and appreciate its beauty
and glory alongside its horror and sorrow ~
They have not died in vain.
If we’ve reached out to those we love and
opened our hearts a bit more in trust ~
They have not died in vain.
If we’ve learned beyond a doubt that politics and religion
can be dividers of people as well as reconcilers of people ~
They have not died in vain
If we now know that God’s grace and love resides in the
hearts of individuals regardless of race, creed or country ~
They have not died in vain.
Freedom or fear; Love or fear; Courage or fear ~
Everyday battles fought in everyday lives.
If…
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Thanks for sending my your URL when you visited my blog. I enjoyed looking through the posts.
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You’re welcome, Shirley! I picked up that habit when I was in the A to Z Challenge 2016. I think it was Arlee who suggested it so other bloggers could visit yours too. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
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