Tears of sorrow washing faces: giving no relief to the pain
Stolen good-byes; leaving only memories to comfort the brokenhearted
Asking questions: pleading for answers we will never receive
Suffering is comfort; surrendering its strength to the feeble
Allowing heroes to rise up and take their place
Life and love lost, being forced into a war no one wanted to fight
Life and love found, by being forced into pain no one wanted to endure
As we approach the 10th anniversary of 9/11, let us remember: It’s the day that will forever stand still for many of us. I am almost certain that if you were aware of what was happening, you can recall the exacts of your whereabouts, and the people you surrounded yourself with.
That day brought unity amongst strangers all over the globe. We became one people; holding on to the hope of restoration.
Many World-renowned artists became moved by the tragedy of 9/11. They wanted to do their part in creating unity from the travesty.
9/11 affected more than just Americans. German born artists like, Peter Max and Alfred Gockel, were encouraged to remind us of the freedom we fight for. Being touched by the city he loved, Peter Max created a series of 6 paintings, Remember 9/11, which would benefit the victims, the fallen Twins and the Pentagon.
Gockel’s also was affected by 9/11; he was inspired to create a painting that embodied the Statue of Liberty the Twin Towers and The Empire State Building. Lady Liberty signifies stability and shows us memories that will never be forgotten.
We salute the heroes that sacrificed their lives for strangers …
We pray for the families that have to be strong, because a loved one did not come home…
We Shall remember, and we Shall over-come!
As the years have passed, the feelings of that day still live inside me. God bless America and God bless our fallen heroes and their families.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this beautifully written piece. I will never forget the day that turned all of our lives around nor the victims that were most affected.
ReplyDeleteThat day will never be forgotten, even more so for those who lost their love ones. Thank God we can and do rebuild and not back down.
ReplyDeleteTwas a day that affected not only Americans; but every nation, race and creed.
ReplyDeleteA day that brought unity amidst the chaos and tragedy.
It was a big tragedy... Artists should response the catastrophe, as Picasso responded terrible events of the Fascism time with his "Guernica". It will be the best reminder for next generations.
ReplyDeletewe shall never forget, i like everyone else remember where i was that day. its great artists pay their hommage too, these are artworks that will never be forgotten.
ReplyDeleteAs terrifying as that day was and all that happened my heart is filled with peace in knowing that God is sovereign. And I thank him for his mercy on this nation. Very well written.
ReplyDeleteGreat tribute for the 9/11 tragedy, you did a good job, an amazing artist will be blessed!
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