In Memory Of 9-11-01

In The Aftermath

(written by Paige Gray)

You meant to cause us sorrow
And with that you did succeed
You unleashed a pain that runs so deep
Even ceaseless tears cannot comprehend.

Through hate you set out to change things
And bring humanity to its knees
But there were a few things you didn’t count on
That were standing in the way...

Things certainly have changed ‘round here
I really must admit
Things we took for granted
Are now held sacred in our hearts as precious gifts.

The future became a little more uncertain
But we learned to appreciate each moment of every day
And lately no one walks out the door
Without being told that they are loved.

We became a might more fearful
But learned comfort by leaning upon our God
And In the midst of fear heroes arose
And taught us what true bravery was.

Those you meant to humble
Have never so valiantly risen to the call
While making the ultimate sacrifice
Became legends as they gave their all.

And though with precious loved ones
Too soon we had to part
Those you would have destined for the ashes
God has given an eternal crown.

While we were meant to be defeated
You only better prepared us for the fight
And though many things have changed
I’d say many have changed for the best.

Who would have thought such a firestorm of hate
Could shed the light on so much love
Its wondrous how God has his way
Of turning things around.

....One thing you didn’t count on
Was the ultimate power of love
And how the human spirit shall triumph
Through the strength of brotherhood.

Its amazing what Love can do
When backed against the wall
The spirit of human kindness will prevail
No matter what the odds!

~ Paige Gray ~

  We are hard pressed on every side,
yet not crushed;
we are perplexed, but not in despair;
persecuted, but not forsaken;
struck down, but not destroyed...
2 Corinthians 4: 8-9

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