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Nine-Eleven

The buildings fell, and so my heart. Not the very whole of it, But that portion of innocence? Fell that piece, or part. And I beheld the evil, Though a foreign thing to me— Even as the buildings fell, And my hope for humanity. But the tower dared to rise again, As I marveled at the view— For the evil failed to triumph... As my hope was born, anew!

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Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 9/25/2019 7:00:00 PM

This is a wonderful verse. Each line said so much. From the pits of despair to triumph. Beautifully written, a fave!

Kenneth R. Merrill
Date: 9/25/2019 9:09:00 PM

Thank you, Sandra! This was a difficult thing to recount—and as there are people still grieving, I knew I had didn’t want to celebrate too loudly, but to treat the triumph with a kind of prayer-like dignity. I’m happy you liked this, Sandra—and I appreciate the comment! ~ Ken

Sandra Adams

Date: 9/12/2019 4:30:00 PM

this is a wonderful write for the tragedy that took place...the world seemed so lost but yet came together like never before...through the evil, we stood as one together...love the way you penned this one and the ending of hope... it made me ponder many thoughts as you can see :)

Kenneth R. Merrill
Date: 9/12/2019 5:05:00 PM

Hi Sandra. Delighted to know it! Thanks for the thoughtful read and generous feedback. All the best ~ Ken

Gershon Wolf

Date: 9/12/2019 2:36:00 PM

This is a FAVE for me. From despair to hope, elegantly penned (without unnecessary poetic frills). Thanks, gw

Kenneth R. Merrill
Date: 9/12/2019 3:18:00 PM

A difficult write, given the carnage and despair—and lingering grief. Your comment is welcome and reassuring. Thanks my friend ~ Ken

Ilene Bauer

Date: 9/11/2019 3:07:00 PM

well done, kenneth, with a fantastic ending...

Kenneth R. Merrill
Date: 9/11/2019 3:54:00 PM

Hi ilene! Thank you for such a kind and encouraging comment—greatly appreciated ~ Ken

Disco Freak

Date: 9/11/2019 2:59:00 PM

Bravissimo! I love this poem.

Kenneth R. Merrill
Date: 9/11/2019 3:55:00 PM

Awesome! I’m happy you liked this. Thank you, my friend—all the best ~ Ken