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In My Power

In My Power (For the survivors of the tornados in America) If it were in my power, I would be there To put back together all the jigsaw parts The myriad fragments of your shattered towns And piece together your broken hearts. I'd renew the rhythm of your daily lives - Driving to work or the grocery store... Your normal life before the tornado, If I had the power I would restore. But then in your words of grief and sorrow I hear your spirit of determination On the evening news, you speak of resilience As you ask for prayers from all the nation. And your stories and voices bespeak a power One which all peoples innately share So, although I'm joining you from afar By the power of love, please know I'm there. Molly Moore

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Rico Leffanta

Date: 12/15/2021 11:27:00 AM

Enjoyed, although mindsets are different. My late wife and grandparents would immediately set about restoring order and rebuilding whereas I would just "leave it to God" and move on . . . . . .

Molly Moore
Date: 12/18/2021 5:06:00 PM

Thank you for commenting, Rico. One thing I think we all have in common is that we feel compassion for all who have endured this tragedy.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 12/14/2021 8:17:00 PM

This is so lovely Molly. I too feel empathy for those who lost so much. Blessings xxoo

Molly Moore
Date: 12/18/2021 5:04:00 PM

Many thanks, Connie. Yes, I have been very touched by the devastation and the courage of the survivors. I send prayers daily for all in similar situations.