9/11 Unborn Child

Inspired by Hyacnith http://www.writerscafe.org/writing/Hyacnith/1828341/

A mother whispers to her unborn child,

knowing in the midst of this disaster

he'll never get to grieve his dear father

or come to realize his utter selflessness 

as one of the brave who fought for lives,

whilst he boldly battled a towering inferno

to help preserve our rights of freedom & honor

Reviews

[Daisy]

Right from the title to the last word,this is such a moving description of 9/11 that shook our world. I would specially like to mention the artwork you attached. Speaks volumes. Thank you for the fact that you chose this subject and put forth your perspective in the form of such a touching poetry!

[1VJ]

Thanks so much for your thoughts Daisy!

[Lyn Anderson]

A powerful poem, and a beautiful drawing of a young child.

[1VJ]

Thanks again KL.

[Woody]

I like the originality of this piece. all those who wrote about 9/11 described the people who witnessed the catastrophe. this is a first and it's not less poignant. good one Paloma. great choice of picture, too.

[1VJ]

I'm so glad you thought so Woody, will be by to see you again very soon.

[Neville]

Wow, no mistaking what this is about, but what an incredibly original & emotive take on a most tragic series of events & which also provides a graphic insight into some of the less obvious aspects of the ongoing aftermath.....Very powerful stuff indeed. N

[1VJ]

The aftermath for these children is heartrending, thanks for your glowing words Neville.

[Coyote Poetry]

9-11 changed our world. I tell people. Never allow fear to create separation. If we do. We allowed terror to win.
Coyote

[1VJ]

It surely did, in so many ways. Thanks for your thoughts Coyote.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome Paloma.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I was hoping to find some remembrances of the day, today...thank you for penning such a riveting piece, coupled by an extraordinary photo!

[1VJ]

Actually it wasn't my intention to write one for today til I came across the poem mentioned and it got me thinking about those who were affected without even being present that day. Thanks Kelly!