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The Day Time Stood Still

It was just another morning when it started out that day with all our plans and schedules we hurried on our way Then time stood still before us as in our disbelief we watched in silent horror wrapped in sorrow, filled with grief The tragedy unfolded as the minutes passed us by the minutes turned to hours and we kept on asking why We prayed to God in Heaven as we faced so many fears and paralyzed within our shock we cried a million tears As the sky was falling down with eyes too blurred to see we cried for every precious life and for humanity I know the earth kept turning as the hours slipped away but while our world was shattering time stood still that day Dedicated to all those whose lives were touched by that tragic day - 9/11/01

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Noel Flater

Date: 4/20/2019 7:27:00 AM

Nicely written, I still remember that sad great day. Noel from NoelsArt

James Fraser

Date: 9/22/2009 5:09:00 AM

Wonderful piece Robin, a lovely tribute to those who perished, i wish you all the best in Nathan's contest>>James

Hgarvey Daniel Esquire

Date: 9/15/2009 11:33:00 AM

My Dear Robin, Such Emotion I wish I new it as YOU this is a winner in my book Good Luck it is so good to see you posting again my computer is down so I frequent the Library to try and stay in touch Soon I hope to get up and running LOVE YOU and YOURS ALWAYS... HG

Abe Lopez

Date: 9/14/2009 10:40:00 AM

a great tribute Robin ,wishing you well in the contest. (a sure winner )

Elaine George

Date: 9/14/2009 1:40:00 AM

I watched a documentary on tv last night; Actual footage taken by first hand witnesses. I am haunted by the evil mankind is capable of . Sensational writing, Robin. Love, Lainie

Trudy Diane Rider

Date: 9/12/2009 9:03:00 PM

This poem is awesome, Robin, I can't pick out one thing better than another, and the last two lines tie it together and hit home all in one. Good luck in the contest with this one! Thank you also for your comments on my poem also. ~Trudy~

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 9/12/2009 12:37:00 PM

"paralyzed within our shock" is a very appropriate way to describe the feelings we experienced this sad day. They cry "for humanity" resounds everytime there is a natural disaster, but because this was a purposeful plot to kill, "our world was shattering; time stood still." I can still see the tragedy playing out over and over again in my mind, kind of like the Challenger explosion. A moment we'll never forget. Excellent write that captures the spirit of that dreadful day. Love, Carolyn

Date: 9/12/2009 9:32:00 AM

You captured this time so well in this poem. The prayer continue for the future and safety of our nation. Good luck in the contest. Thank you for your kind comment. Karen

John Loving Iii

Date: 9/12/2009 8:15:00 AM

wow you hit it. this is a good piece. but it's the first i've heard of the contest. great entry. John H Loving III