The content reflects on the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, emphasizing the emotional impact of flooding in Louisiana. It describes a personal experience during the storm while living in Florida, highlighting both the terrifying beauty of nature and the heart-wrenching consequences of such disasters, with a focus on the Mississippi River’s significance.
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Cutty Sark On Ice
The post reflects on the emotional turmoil caused by recent hurricanes in Florida, highlighting feelings of helplessness and anxiety from a distance. The author, a longtime Florida resident, empathizes with those affected. They express hope for healing and commend community efforts in recovery while reminiscing about their own storm experiences.
Chimney Rock
The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, particularly in North Carolina and Tennessee, has left survivors shattered as homes and lives are swept away. Outrage grows over insufficient government aid, with victims receiving only $750 after catastrophic loss. Colleen expresses deep empathy and encourages donations to support recovery efforts while advocating for change.
Antietam Patriots
The Battle of Antietam, a poignant event in American history, holds a special significance for the author, Colleen Keller Breuning. She reflects on the bravery of the young patriots who fought in the bloodiest battle of the Civil War and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and learning from such painful chapters, while also celebrating the positive changes that followed. Colleen’s poignant words remind us of the sacrifices made for freedom.
Washed Away
Washed Away There is no calmafter the storm.Waters recede,the sun shines warm. Foreboding cloudshave left the sky.There are no tearsleft here to cry. All that we knewwas washed away.Our rainbow huesmuddled to gray. A sense of doomat damage done.Picking up pieceswe carry on… Yes, we are aliveand we shall survive… We shall survive. Colleen KellerContinue reading “Washed Away”
Colleen Keller Breuning 