run free, twin angels
run together, apart
enjoy your freedom
as your new lives, you start
run free, twin angels
spread your wings, soar high
just trust each other
as you learn to fly
run free, twin angels
you've passed the test
we can learn from you
now live in God's best
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Laden and Laleh Bijani, 29 year old
conjoined Iranian twins, did not
survive the surgery they were under-
going to separate them.
They passed away in the 50th hour
of the operation, within 90 minutes
of each other.
As a twin, their story touched me
deeply...and I grieve for their family
and the Iranian nation.
Now, they can run free...together...
yet apart...for the first time in
their lives...in Heaven.
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Reviewed by Daniel Leong (Reader)
Reviewed on July 10, 2003
They really did pass their test, didn't they? One way or another. I think in some way, through their loss, they set themselves freer than they ever thought possible. The simplicity of this poem really reflects the simple hopes and aims that they had for their lives. A veritable piece of condensed hope.
Thanx for your note :)
Dan
Reviewed by Calendula Petal (Reader)
Reviewed on July 9, 2003
yes it was so sad to hear the news yesterday. There lives have touched many all over the world. I would have took my chances too. Couldnt possibly imagine what they had been through all these years.
This was a moving tribute, as you say, they are now at peace.
That was sad Karla. I think I would have took my chances also to be seperate. I couldn't imagine being hooked to someone like that. Very good expression on the subject. Grady
Karla,
This is a beautiful tribute to two souls who have forever changed history. May comfort find its way to their family and may God heal the souls of the Iranian people. The twins will never be forgotten!
Peace and love,
Jill :)
Karla, how beautiful is your tribute! Maybe they were not born free, but now they are free as the wind, and at home in Heaven. What an inspiration to others are these conjoined twins. Even in their limited freedom, they accomplished so much with their lives. We are all understand how much they wanted to be free in body, the way they were free in their souls. Tears fall, and I can't help it. Bill Hugsssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!
I was flabbergasted when I heard the news, Karla, what courage and life these twins had! Where they travel now, we don't know, but we do know they are together, as it should be. Lovely tribute! :)
This was a heartwrenching write, so well done!
God Bless
~Michelle~
Reviewed by Nicole Davis Vergara (Reader)
Reviewed on July 8, 2003
<Tears tears tears> Karla this was a story I actually followed on the news for once because it was not the same old same old...it was a story of love, compassion and heart...you have done something here to with this piece...a great tribute that touches to the very depths of one's soul!
((((Hugs))))
~Nikki~
Reviewed by Robert Blackwell (Reader)
Reviewed on July 8, 2003
{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}} Thank you for this tribute to them; I also heard the news of it.
Oh Karla,
What can I say other than
This is so "BEAUTIFUL?"
I have been following
the story...
They were such an inspiration to many people...
They did not allow a sad situation to stand in their way of growing... "Lawyers"
Wow, that is the true
test of strengh....
this is so touching and heartwarming Karla,
I have also been watching the news of these twins and was saddened to hear of their passing,
thank you for writting this tribute to them
steve
heartwrenching tribute to two special sisters who only wanted to live normal and happy lives. God be with their family and friends and with their nation as a whole, as they come to terms with this loss. (((HUGS)))) and love, your twin, karen lynn. :( >tears < for both laden and laleh!
Oh I'm so sorry to hear that. I was really hoping they would survive; but by looking at the diagram of their brain and that big vein, I thought the surgery was extremely risky.
This morning I heard one had died, and I was relieved that the other one was still alive; but then now....
But as you say, they can now run free, being together, in God's land. I wish them happiness forever.
Sepsis knocked her down and out. Faith, hope, and gave her the strength to get back on her feet. I am a Runner She fought the river of death They said she'd never run again
She proved them wrong...
Thanx for your note :)
Dan
This was a moving tribute, as you say, they are now at peace.
This is a beautiful tribute to two souls who have forever changed history. May comfort find its way to their family and may God heal the souls of the Iranian people. The twins will never be forgotten!
Peace and love,
Jill :)
Reindeer
~Joseph
Love
Tinka
Love Tearz :)
Leland
God Bless
~Michelle~
((((Hugs))))
~Nikki~
What can I say other than
This is so "BEAUTIFUL?"
I have been following
the story...
They were such an inspiration to many people...
They did not allow a sad situation to stand in their way of growing... "Lawyers"
Wow, that is the true
test of strengh....
I applaud you for writing
this awsome tribute...
Hugs,
Trixie :)
For The(You) Caring Is all That Matters!
TRASK
I have also been watching the news of these twins and was saddened to hear of their passing,
thank you for writting this tribute to them
steve
~~~Love, Light and Harmony~~~
This morning I heard one had died, and I was relieved that the other one was still alive; but then now....
But as you say, they can now run free, being together, in God's land. I wish them happiness forever.
May Lu a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)