The sky was pink from setting sun

Silence filled the air

My mind was filled with wonder

Would many people care?

A notice came to me one day

Pay tribute came the call

Together light a candle

Friday at seven, one and all

How many did this notice touch?

Did it reach out to the 'morrow?

How many would there be to share

Their hope, their love and sorrow?

Step out your door or stop your car

Unite together one and all

No matter where you are

Show strength together and stand tall

The night approached, the time grew near

I stepped outside the door

My eyes were filled with wonder

To see so many more!

We lit our candles and we sang

One nation's strength we hailed

God bless our great America

Our unity prevailed!

We prayed for senseless loss of lives

Their families left behind

We prayed that through our unity

Some comfort they should find

I walked away in solitude

My heart was filled with pride

From angels wings love drifted in

Lit candles, prayers, support worldwide

(c) 9/18/01 By Susan L. Anderson