Why I Am

I am because of the sunshine, moving through the trees.
I am because of his sweat, blood and tears.
I am because of the way she held my hand.
I am because of the love shown by others.
I am because of the night, drawing more and more into it.
I am because of the way he used to whisper to me.
I am because of every nightmare, and every terror.
I am because of the blood spilled, and the tears shed.
I am because I am.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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September 29, 2009 at 11:31 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful poem today. Please continue writing and sharing with us Dana. Love, Carol
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