The faceless enemy has breached the gate; the tower has collapsed.
Soldiers collect fallen comrades and wait
Once again to rise against their common foe.
We, the people look for safe refuge and strong leadership,
Knowing in our hearts that only an assembled will can preserve the city,
Salve the breached wall, and prevent the fall of a people.
"9/11/2001" *
from The Collection
* written on evening of September 10th, 2001
Soldiers collect fallen comrades and wait
Once again to rise against their common foe.
We, the people look for safe refuge and strong leadership,
Knowing in our hearts that only an assembled will can preserve the city,
Salve the breached wall, and prevent the fall of a people.
"9/11/2001" *
from The Collection
* written on evening of September 10th, 2001
And for a brief time, they came together. This is a reminder that the power lies in the people; we can only hope and pray they do the right thing. Nice, Steve.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant Steve!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comments - I had fun making the photo, but being me, just had to add the edginess with the written piece.
ReplyDeleteNow that was smart I never thought of doing the 4th on the 4th.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love this piece!!