America's wound...
Thanks also.
Just for reference, how wide is the island at that point, how large is the area of destruction?
The picture is at once horrifying and heartening. Horrifying because of the damage and the loss of life. Heartening, because even that little bit of Manhattan Island contains twenty times as much wealth and enterprise as the terrorists managed to destroy. Makes me want to shout, "Is
that the best shot in your locker?"
No, check that. It makes me want to sing:
O beautiful for patriot dream, that sees beyond the years,
Thine alabaster cities gleam, undimmed by human tears!
America! America! God shed his grace on thee,
And crown thy good with brotherhood --
From sea to shining sea!
Take heart, all.
Freedom, Wealth, and Peace,
Francis W. Porretto
Visit the Palace Of Reason: http://palaceofreason.com
Great pic thanx! OUR ROCK You were always there-high in the sky Standing proud as planes flew by. I remember the day I was your guest A view for miles-I felt so blessed. In '93-they wanted you hurt But they could not knock you down to dirt. As years went by you still were there Giving the skyline your fair share. Then that day they made a turn Fanatically obsessed you shoud burn. First the one then the other NYC in smoke was smothered Like a fighter gone too many rounds You bravely stood your ground. As glass rained down and flames shot high You saw your many people cry. Then with a gasp-you lost your crown Our hopes and dreams came tumbling down. You tried so hard to stnd up tall Yet in the end you knew you would fall. You always seemed to reach to heaven Sadly you left us on 9-11. GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!
That's an excellent photo. Thanks.
