Yes most surviors know the feeling of security never quite being the same again.
What creates a storm chaser is being a witness to such power and its destruction, the wish to find a way to save many from such a fate. All we can do is pray that those affected with find the courage to carry on.
Each time I visit your den I am struck, anew, with what a good writer you are. Your lines succinct, yet full of meaning... It's like reading from your soul. Which in the end, isn't that what poetry is all about?
This is heartfelt and sweet, Karla. It's always sad to know someone is going through something so horrible. This is a nice way to show those emotions. Hugs,
Sheila
The feeling of powerlessness or helplessness can trigger guilt feelings, Karla - feeling that we should be able to do more or know how exactly to help. Your compassion is your greatest gift and your willingness to stand alongside and appreciate exactly what it is these poor folk are going through. When crisis strikes, the human spirit just somehow seems to find it within itself to get up and carry on as best it can... to the onlooker, this might appear strange but is often a reflex response. Stay safe and deeply caring, bringing the plight of sufferers to the forefront of our comfortable minds. xx
I think we all feel that way--or should. All I know to do is pray that God gives us enough warning to be safe whenever catastropic earth events occur, and if you notice they are happening more often than usual.
You surely portrayed a great deal of sadness & yes, even guilt, herein, though you do not have to feel that way, you do so anyway & that shows all the compassion and sincerity there is within you & Karen as well...Ed
a tenuous position they have been placed in by the power of nature --our hearts go out to all that suffered and lost in the storm's wake -- you of course had nothing to do with where the storm went -- toss any guilt you harbor to the winds -- peace and love be always with you my dear friend -- Jon Michael
Sadly we should feel compassion and understanding for those who are affected by such disastors, however to feel guilt implies we had a part in it so you should not feel guilty...
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Sobering reminder of what could happen .... those affected are in my pryaers! Heartbreaking reality effectively penned! Very well penned, Karla; brava!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :( *tears!*
In a post-coup America, an Illinois farm boy is drawn into the resistance by his brother's death. Captured, he is given a choice: betray his friends, or the girl he loves will be lobotomized.
Just as life during the pandemic was color-coded with different hues representing different levels of danger, life in its aftermath has become shaded in similar ways. As a self-styled “Seeker of Beauty with Beauty,” (borrowing from a quote by W.E.B.
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What creates a storm chaser is being a witness to such power and its destruction, the wish to find a way to save many from such a fate. All we can do is pray that those affected with find the courage to carry on.
Hugs to you, Karla,
Cryssa
Sheila
peace, Carole~
Georg
Regis
I think we all feel that way--or should. All I know to do is pray that God gives us enough warning to be safe whenever catastropic earth events occur, and if you notice they are happening more often than usual.
Hugs,
Micki Peluso
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(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :( *tears!*
Newfie Hugs are on the way, Rose
In Christs Love
Michelle~
You have a lot of compassion for others. It shows in this write.
Take care.
Sandie Angel :o(