"The Eagle Cries"
By Pamela Blaine

                                   Twins,
                                teeming with life,
                                reach upward
                             In the early morning light
                        from the peaceful nest of the Eagle
                         Who watches over them from the
                              Heights of freedom,
                             for they dwell in peace.

                          Beneath the stars and stripes,
                              In the seat of honor,
                           five soldiers labor diligently
                           In the city of law and justice

                          Suddenly, serenity is broken
                             As men without hearts
                               Bring destruction
                          against the children of the Eagle.

                           Empty eyes trained to hate
                               Steal silver wings
                            filled with guiltless ones
                         And evil takes hold of innocence

                     Predators feed upon the lifeblood of others
                         As ice runs through their veins.
                       The gift of life is meaningless to them,
                           They shed innocent blood.

                           They seize blameless ones,
                       And make them instruments of death.
                        They pierce the hearts of the twins,
                       As the twins fall, the fifth soldier dies?
                              And the Eagle cries.

                               By Pamela R. Blaine, Pamyblaine@aol.com 
                                         © September 11, 2001

My husband and I live in Missouri. We have 4 children and 4 grandchildren.   I pray for those who have experienced loss or injury due to the tragic events of September 11. Our youngest son left for Marine basic training in July and graduated December 7, on Pearl Harbor Day. I enjoy writing, music, and country living. I write "Pam's Corner" for the local newspaper and contribute to several e-zines. You can see more stories on my Webpage:
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