We Remember...

© Lorraine A. Cook

We Remember...

Uploaded: September 11, 2012

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On this eleventh anniversary, we remember those who perished in New York City, at the Pentagon in Arlington County, Virginia, and in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

The victims were mothers, fathers, sisters and brothers of many faiths and races who came from more than 80 nations. All who were killed died working and living the American dream.

"Out of the depths of sorrow and sacrifice will be born again the glory of mankind." (Sir Winston Churchill, 1874-1965)

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Lorraine A. Cook September 11, 2012

"A FLAG OF HONOR"
(Lt. Tom Robinson--Wilmington, NC Firefighter)


A flag of honor, a flag for reflection
It stands for us all uniting this nation.
It will keep in our minds this tragic day,
Memories of such heroic acts shall not go away.
As we look on this flag of cloth and thread,
A field of bright red for the blood that was shed.
Not just on this day of lasting memories,
But for lives that were given throught history.

Two towers of strength that rose up so high,
Reaching for dreams, they stretched to the sky.
They lay now in ruin at the hands of hate,
Great symbols of our nation have met this fate.

Out nation's military housed in a fortress of steel;
We're reminded this day that war is so real.
Hitting the heart of our power and might,
Rise up America, this terror we must fight!
Stars that shine on a field of bright blue,
Remind us of heroes with hearts so true.
An ordinary day, it had started out to be,
Soon their lives would be given for you and me.
A circle is drawn to stand for our nation's unity,
A nation coming together through such tragedy.
A reminder is given for all of America to see,
That our freedom is never really free.

"God Bless America" is written in white,
Make this your prayer each and every night.
God is always with us, He knows our needs
Bring America back to God, should be our decree.

Much was given, many were lost on this day,
A man of terror tried to take our spirit away.
Do not let our new found spirit and unity fade,
As you look on this flag, remember this day ...



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Michelle Alton September 11, 2012

Wow! Lorraine, you've really created a brilliant memorial. Very well presented and your description and choice of verse are perfect. #10317813

Antonio Amen September 11, 2012

Nice work. #10317847

Joy Rector September 11, 2012

well done #10318048

John Connolly September 11, 2012

A superb image and a reminder of these dreadful events Lorraine! As usual, your text is outstanding! #10318679

Tammy Espino September 12, 2012

Excellent work and words! #10320261

Douglas Pignet September 13, 2012

nicely done...as I am a retired FF from Los Angeles County FD #10320929

JO ANN CLEVELAND September 24, 2012

Beautiful Lorraine!

jo ann c. #10335502


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