A Nation In Mourning (poem) by Denise Mangano on AuthorsDen

A Nation In Mourning
by Denise Mangano → (All Poetry by Denise Mangano)
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This poem does not need an explanation, as the shock of these events was felt around the world. Though we may stumble, we will not fall.
A Nation in Mourning Today is a day we will long remember Things will never again be the same The face of America changed forever Do we know truly who is to blame? Blame for the tragic endings Caused by planes being hijacked in the sky They were used to destroy American landmarks They were used to take men, women and children�s lives Despair is seen all around this great country Fear is felt so tangibly in the air Will we ever feel safe and secure again Has our hope been taken over by despair? There are many messages of condolence Sent from countries all around the world As tears fall from stunned faces American flags are slowly unfurled These are the flags that will cover the coffins Of those that are the victims of this crime Innocence has now been destroyed It can never be repaired, even by time Can we learn to let go of the anger Or is this the beginning of another world war Can peace be found among the turmoil? That is being felt from shore to shore Tomorrow is a brand new day Though this great land will continue to mourn Let survivors be found amongst the devastation With the coming of the dawn. Let us all pray for peace in the world now As we offer prayers for those that have died We must comfort those that are in mourning Help to dry the tears that they have cried When the dust does finally settle Over the changed Manhattan skyline We know the courage of all Americans Will once again come forth and shine America. The land of the free. A nation in mourning � Denise Mangano September 12^th 2001

Reviewed by Joseph Manzo

Reviewed on June 10, 2011

Well done.
Best wishes,
Joe

Reviewed by Amor Sabor

Reviewed on August 14, 2007

I have read many tributes to the victims of 9-11...but this is absolutely a beautiful and well written piece of work.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on August 13, 2007

You and I on the same page today, Denise. Always remember, never forget.

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

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on August 12, 2007

Interesting perspective! One of those firefighters was my husband's cousin whose remains were found six months later in March. Many other family members and many friends were injured both physically and emotionally. He left behind a wife, 6 year old, 3 1/2 year old.

Be safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Larry Lounsbury

Reviewed on August 11, 2007

A fine tribute to 9-11.