Why Me

One of the questions after the Holocaust was and is "Why Me?" Why did they die and I live? There is no answer to this question God's ways are inscrutable His plan unknowable Yet there's this -- I live to dedicate myself to preserve the memories of those I knew who could not ask the question

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Winged Warrior

Date: 4/3/2020 3:16:00 PM

Great comparison Gersh...stay safe my friend...^WW^ :o)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/3/2020 3:22:00 PM

Thanks, W.W. You take good care! :) gw

Jenish Somadas

Date: 4/3/2020 12:31:00 AM

After Corona, there may be a question of 'Why me'.. Your answer made the question worthy.. Great write Gershon..

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/3/2020 12:03:00 PM

You got the poem's message, Jenish. The plague/holocaust is, indeed, upon us. Take care, Gershon

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 4/2/2020 11:01:00 PM

Admirable. So many of us revel in life recognizing how precious life would have been for many who were cut short.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/3/2020 12:02:00 PM

I would rather revel than hear Reveille (Taps)! Here's to Life, Caren! :) gw

Sandra Adams

Date: 4/2/2020 9:22:00 PM

so very true.... many live just through the memories of those that keep them in the stories... stay safe my friend... hugs and blessings

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/2/2020 9:57:00 PM

Thank you for your support, Sandra. Take good care! :) gw

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/2/2020 7:49:00 PM

The Ancient of Days sees from beginning to end. He has it all under control. We don’t see what he does. We must trust in Him. Yes, you hold your family link and it is entrusted to you. <3 Kim

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/2/2020 9:57:00 PM

Absolutely! Keep the Faith! Still we wonder 'Why?' --- To spur the living onward. That's always why. Thanks, Kim! :) gw

Ronald D Thompson

Date: 4/2/2020 6:03:00 PM

Very moving Gershon. Agree with Jan, this should be sent to those who preserve the memories. So well penned too. Ron :)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/2/2020 9:54:00 PM

Thanks for the support, Ron. You and Jan have given me a great idea, and I'll give it a whirl. Thanks again, Gershon

Jan Allison

Date: 4/2/2020 1:10:00 PM

such a moving piece GW may you continue to preserve the memories of those who died - you should send this to the people who do the holocaust memorial days:-) hugs Jan xx

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/2/2020 9:53:00 PM

Thanks for the support and the idea. I'll give it a whirl. All the best, Jan! :) gw

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/2/2020 12:06:00 PM

Often wondered about that one, a friend once said when that question was raised, Why not you!. You were chosen to keep alive the spirit of those that perished. What a mammoth task that is too and indeed a great honour. Hope your well, stay safe. Tom. P. S., request honoured lol.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/2/2020 9:52:00 PM

Thanks for your altogether thoughtful sensitive comment, Tom. Peace, Gershon