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Humane Heroes

I hear it from across my river view- the echoed horn of Metro-North's rail train. At early dawn, I sit and wonder who is going to the City to sustain essential duties- heroes so humane- those doctors, nurses, aides, to lend support, along with first responders who deport to hospitals where Covid patients bide. There- they at risk help stay day's death report; own fearfulness of sickness override. April 9, 2020 ~HM~ Contest: Brian's Choice 5 Sponsor: Brian Strand Judged: 05/08/2020 Note: Metro-North trains go through the Hudson Valley along the Hudson River to Grand Central Station in New York City. Because of the Coronavirus, they run on a limited schedule for essential employees who work and are needed in the Metropolitan area.

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Eve Roper

Date: 4/10/2020 11:33:00 PM

Great tribute to those that are out in the public because their jobs require them to be there. When so many are out of work. My heart goes out to the ill and those that are trying to survive in the little they have and wish they could go back to work. Good luck in Beth's contest. Have a beautiful Easter Sunday.

Jan Allison

Date: 4/9/2020 2:25:00 PM

what a super tribute to these heroes who risk their own lives to save others:-) hugs jan xx

John Watt

Date: 4/9/2020 2:14:00 PM

Thoughtful and timely take on the contest theme, Sandra. A lovely acknowledgment of those heroes who are going to work and often putting themselves in harm's way. Well done and good luck. Stay safe.