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Fifteen Precious Butterflies

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A poem written to honor the victims of the deadly BP refinery explosion in my town, their families and the citizens of my community, still moved by the tragic events of that week.

Friday, March 25, 2005

In memory of the victims who perished in the BP Refinery explosion in Texas City, Texas on Wednesday, March 23, 2005

Fifteen precious butterflies
Flew softly on the breeze
Far from their earthen sacrifice
To find their souls at ease
Resting within the vibrant beams
Of Heaven’s light, divine
Where true shall be, their every dream
To last throughout all time.

While here on earth, we mourn and pray
For the butterflies we knew
We know that we shall meet one day
Beyond the skies of blue
So, through our sadness and our grief
We’ll pass this somber test
Knowing that we shall find relief
Within His Righteousness.

Fifteen precious butterflies
From this world flew away
Far from their earthen sacrifice
Yet in our hearts, they’ll stay
Until we meet once more, at Home
In memories, we shall behold
The fifteen precious butterflies
Whose wings are now pure gold.

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Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on March 22, 2008

It's sad that some achieve immortality through the careless acts of others. Beautiful tribute.

Ron

Reviewed by Cryssa C

Reviewed on March 21, 2008

Beautiful and touching tribute...

Cryssa

Reviewed by Jack Roberts

Reviewed on April 12, 2005

A wonderful tribute in beautiful words. Fantastic writing Jill.

Jack

Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*� (Reader)

Reviewed on April 3, 2005

A very moving and heart-felt tribute.

Love & Light,
Joseph

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM

Reviewed on March 27, 2005

This is a beautiful and fitting tribute to those lost in that horrible disaster. Thank you for honoring their memory.
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on March 26, 2005

Jill,

I'm so glad you're okay. The first thing I did was pray to God that you were well!

And you have penned a beautiful, moving tribute to those lost in the tragedy. Thank you. I shall keep this...as a reminder to never forget.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. *tears*

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on March 26, 2005

A beautifully written tribute, Jill. This poem is compassionate and healing. Thank you. Love and peace to you. Regis

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on March 26, 2005

(((Jill)))

I heard of this on the news, and I was worried sick something happened to you. Am sooo glad you are okay; that is an answer to my prayers! But so sad this happened; may God be with those grieving families who lost loved ones! And God be with you too! Beautiful tribute; thank you for sharing and caring!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Burleson, Karen Lynn. :( >tears <

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on March 26, 2005

great poem Jill and dedication. G

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on March 26, 2005

Terrible tragedy...but a beautiful tribute Jill!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by KJ McPhee

Reviewed on March 26, 2005

terrible tragedy, but your poem should bring comfort to those affected by the event. k

Reviewed by Michelle Kidwell Power In The Pen

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

My condolensces to the families of the survivors, you wrote a beautiful expression of your grief and the grief of a town. I am sure they are smiling down on you
God Bless
Michelle!

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

a very moving memorium of your town's butterflies ... no doubt, their wings are golden ...

Reviewed by Michelle Mills

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

Oh Jill, this is beautiful...Michelle

Reviewed by Pier Tyler

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

awesome. A precious tribute my Texas friend.

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

Jill I hadn't thought of it being in your vicinity! I'm so sorry your community has to go thorough this especially during the holiday. Thank you for sharing the names it makes it more personal. You can be sure my prayers are with you and the situation. This is an exceptional tribute. I hope you sent it to your local newspaper!

Love,
eileen

Reviewed by Dave Harm

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

Wonderful tribute... by placing their names, they're no longer stats, but are children of God, our neighbors, our brothers and sisters, they are part of all of us... your community is in my thoughts and prayers... God Bless

Reviewed by L. Figgins

Reviewed on March 25, 2005

My condolences to you and the families and freinds of these fifteen souls, Jill. This is beautiful tribute...

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