An Acrostic Date - September 11

Some events, in each generation, significantly, our lives do sway
Everyone remembers the same exact moment as if it occurred yesterday
Past history that stays in our minds, moments we cannot forget
Terror reigned upon our countrymen from an unknown threat
Even now the vision still haunts us, as many the pilgrimage make
Memorials stand now where towers stood before and pictures the visitors take
Buried beneath the now sacred ground are souls forever lost
Energies spent on security tightening is the ultimate cost
Remember forever the events of that day and lives lost in trying to right it
1 day of terror from a stealthy foe and 
1 decade now trying to fight it
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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May 25, 2010 at 11:36 AM
It certainly brings us all back to that tragic day Joe. Wonderful Acrostic, many congratulations on your win in Jared's fine contest >> James
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May 20, 2010 at 9:00 PM
I liked this poem the first time I read it. Congratulations on your win in Jared's contest. Glad to see it on the list. Wishing you continued success with your writing. Karen
Dietrich Avatar
May 20, 2010 at 2:16 PM
Great job and congrats on your HM. LUv, andrea
Brown Avatar
May 20, 2010 at 10:39 AM
Congratulations on your win in Jared's contest Joe. Love,Carol
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May 18, 2010 at 5:29 PM
This is really well written, Joe. A lot of feeling...a lot of remembering. Good job!
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May 18, 2010 at 1:09 PM
So much truth in your words. This day really rocked the world as we know it. Best wishes in the contest. Karen
Fisher Avatar
May 18, 2010 at 1:07 PM
Well thought out acrostic - good luck in the contest. Rgds Janette
Johnson Avatar
May 18, 2010 at 9:30 AM
Great rhyming acrostic. Good luck in the contest. Love, Joyce
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