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Florence

Florence Monday skies are a dusty blue, The sun is skipping on rooftops and grass, Though in the quiet of this suburban room, Awareness is of Florence and its push to pass. Just beyond the dawn, a few hours drive, People are crying and wet and broken, We must pray and act for our neighbors, No judgment ever spoken. And in the days, weeks, and months ahead, Give and give, for it is more blessed, Then study Harvey, Rita, and Florence, Global warming may be the essence.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 9/28/2018 12:40:00 PM
I have survived hurricanes similar to Florence so I know the devastation they can cause! This is such an excellent piece that reminds us of all the people who need help after such a disaster hits! Well done, my friend! Great poem. Hugs. Pandita
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Date: 9/24/2018 12:10:00 AM
We are on the coast of Italy at Cinque Tera. It is beautiful here. I had no idea there was a storm in Florence.
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/24/2018 9:18:00 AM
Richard, the name of the hurricane was Florence, and it hit the east coast of the U.S. - not Florence, Italy. Or were you teasing?
Date: 9/21/2018 11:54:00 AM
Storm warning ahead here too...god bless all...nicely done my friend...love & light...^WW^
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:07:00 PM
Don't get wet, WW, be safe! Thank you for commenting.
Date: 9/19/2018 3:38:00 PM
sun, i can so resonate... we had a mega storm, magkhut, last saturday leaving about 100 dead... a meaningful read that sends a clear message about environmentalism... huggs
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:06:00 PM
That's terrible, Nette. I heard nothing about it on the news. You are so right - I don't know what's happening.
Date: 9/18/2018 3:47:00 PM
Sunlite, a wonderful write about the storm.. to much devastation and more people hurt and out of their homes.. we pray ~`* Hugs Eve
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:05:00 PM
Thank you for your good thoughts.
Date: 9/18/2018 1:13:00 AM
Very well said, loved this.
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:04:00 PM
Bless you, Arthur!
Date: 9/17/2018 1:19:00 PM
Very apt depiction, SW..your words of care justly resonate.
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:02:00 PM
I appreciate your response, Vijay!
Date: 9/17/2018 12:50:00 PM
A well written, thoughtful, poem Sunlite. Thanks for sharing.
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:01:00 PM
Thank you Heidi.
Date: 9/17/2018 12:13:00 PM
Very sad indeed. My heart breaks for these people who are dealing with the aftermath of this devastating storm. Nicely expressed my friend
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:01:00 PM
You feel paralyzed, Chris. Sending a dollar or two just doesn't feel enough.
Date: 9/17/2018 10:49:00 AM
It is very sad indeed, watching the weather destroy everything. God is in control. It is comforting, even in times such as these. I am keeping all those involved in these storms in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Brandy
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Sunlite Wanter
Date: 9/21/2018 4:00:00 PM
Thank you for your thoughts, Brandy.

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