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Will It Happen Once Again?

While fast the flickering lights concede
The cracks along the fortress grow
Disastrous moments sealed in time
Left barren, with nowhere to go

While echoes drift like dying laughter
In the blackened ash filled sky
Still questions beat the brow of reason
Against our rage we ask God why?

While fast the glowing madness rumbles
Amidst the crackling timbers roar
The screaming voices rattle memories
We bear the pain forevermore

We walk along the pathway traveled
Filled with weary hearts of pain
Left to wonder, yes to wonder
Will it happen once again?





Author notes

Inspired by news footage and photos of the Continental Flight 3407 disaster.

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  • PurpleSky gold member
    September 29, 2009

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    this is such a sad read with many questions I think many would like to know. your work as always has perfect meter and flow. awsome job as always
    huggles
    Lena


  • Empathy-eyes
    September 8, 2009

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    A painful reminder to those who have experienced such things. Expressive in fear, sadness, even emptiness. What an emotive write. Thoughtful, indeed.


  • LeeStone
    August 22, 2009

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    Well Done

    Very thought provoking. Excellent use of imagery, as always. I enjoyed this one.

    Lee Stone


    • Johnny Wheeler
      September 1, 2009
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      Thank you Lee, as always I appreciate you reading and commenting.
      Johnny


  • cc
    August 12, 2009

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    Its been awhile since i have been in to write, seems life went the way that i did not expect and i lost intrest- unusal for me as when life gets bad i write more, go figure. THis is a good peice, as i read i knew what you were speaking of and got the pictures clear.

  • kuranui
    March 7, 2009
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    An interesting and well written piece. I enjoyed the imagery you have used.


  • flowingwords
    March 6, 2009
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    Why? That's a question only God himself knows...
    It's life and we have no choice but to carry on and thank goodness for the memories, right, because without them were left with nothing really, so sad...As always you've created many images and left one to think...
    ~Kimberly~


    • Johnny Wheeler
      March 10, 2009
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      Thank you Kimberly, I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on my write. I hope you are well and happy, it's been a long time. Take care.
      Johnny


  • leo2
    February 17, 2009

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    In today's world, it seems, no one is a stranger to tragedy no matter what strata of society you belong. Your poem flows like the tears of those left behind I'm sure.

    Sincerely,
    Leo Long


  • stompsalot
    February 16, 2009

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    such a trajedy... your write is very talented and flows with strong emotion. may they rest in peace and god bless and keep those left behind strong.
    blessings *stomps

    • Johnny Wheeler
      February 16, 2009
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      Thank you for reading and commenting Stompsalot, I appreciate it.
      Johnny


  • Rain777
    February 14, 2009

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    we never know when our life will end...
    so use our time wisely
    smiles to help cheer other people
    3x a day
    and you will never regret to have
    a long life or a short life
    either way will be the same

    may they all had Rest In Peace

    • Johnny Wheeler
      February 14, 2009
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      Thanks Rain777, for reading and commenting, I appreciate it.
      Johnny

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