Dr. James E. Martin

March 5, 2011

The wind produced an eerie sound

As darkness filled the sky.

Quietness could no longer be found

As debris flew precariously by.

The stillness that had earlier prevailed

Was noticeably distant now.

Nerves of steel that were once detailed

Were frayed -- Does one wonder how?

It seemed as though no end was in sight.

Anxiety was everywhere displayed.

Would there ever be an end to the fright?

Would all, forever, be afraid?

Then, in an instant, the howl was abated

A calmness crept quietly over the land.

Where once there was fear, we now were elated.

We now would God's mercy understand.