Living in Houston after Katrina and Rita left town

News Type: Event — Sat Aug 9, 2008 12:45 PM EDT

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Some came in buses/
some came in cars/
we were all waiting in the dark/
during August and September of 2005/ there was so much rain/
so much pain/
it came inside my house/
bringing me down/
down on my knees/
on the floor/
on the grass/
out on the street/
all alone /
I am wet/
she hurts/
we feel love/
in the distance/
far away/
she had a house/
but no more/
my family was there/
they came to visit/
they came to stay/
they are me/
I am them/
my family grew/
it got large/
by over 100,000 members/
we are having tacos, gumbo, and ice cream/
come and eat

2005

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Prosopon Maranatha

From Houston with love. To the human race, my race.

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#1 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 12:56 PM EDT

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RebelGirl

We received quite an overflow too here in Dallas and Austin is still living with the reminents... so many lost people.

Thanks.

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2 votes

#1.1 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 2:21 PM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

Always happy to share the food on my plate.

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2 votes

#1.2 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 2:53 PM EDT

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Tedd Riggs

again thanks Prosopon,
Tedd

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4 votes

#2 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 4:10 PM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

I am so happy to hear from you!
How are you feeling?

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5 votes

#2.1 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 4:37 PM EDT

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Tedd Riggs

I am a little better, I am pretty weak and this will take time, but able to get around the house a little.
just baby steps for now.

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3 votes

#2.2 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 5:16 PM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

Yes I agree with the baby steps. Please be careful, there are many of us that care.

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3 votes

#2.3 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 5:45 PM EDT

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sushicat

Wonderful poem and I'm glad you have a big table. I love your poems!!

Ted I'm also happy you are ok, please get better everyday.

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#3 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 7:49 PM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

Your wonderful comments are deeply appreciated. Sometimes we ate on the floor or outside under a tree. I don't even remember the food, I do however will never forget the people and the moments we shared. Thanks again!

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2 votes

#3.1 - Sat Aug 9, 2008 8:08 PM EDT

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Kavatica

I had a few friends on a bird site I frequented that lost everything as well. Thank you for sharing. Sometimes there is just nothing better than sharing a meal with new friends.

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3 votes

#4 - Sun Aug 10, 2008 2:48 AM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

Hi!
We are just a big a family on our way home. Thanks for your beautiful comments.

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3 votes

#4.1 - Sun Aug 10, 2008 1:40 PM EDT

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DaRrO

Great words as always. You paint a sublime picture of a horrible circumstance and a splendid opportunity.

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#5 - Tue Aug 12, 2008 12:20 AM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

Your words are kind. Thanks for coming by.

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1 vote

#5.1 - Tue Aug 12, 2008 2:01 PM EDT

{"commentId":2435366,"authorDomain":"darrellgrey-1"}

DaRrO

It's my pleasure. Something about the cadence and nature of your words, even in comment, is irresistible. I hope you're well Prosopon.

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#5.2 - Tue Aug 12, 2008 4:43 PM EDT

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Prosopon Maranatha

DaRro-

I just wanted to say something about the post with the apple, I like how honest you are with your feelings and emotions. It made me feel like I was in place where division comes to be in exile. You have a wonderful gift.

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1 vote

#5.3 - Tue Aug 12, 2008 5:55 PM EDT

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DaRrO

You have a wonderful gift.

Likewise. Thank you for sharing what my writing brings. Whatever I am, it's honest. I let my subconscious do it completely. (Or "Her")

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1 vote

#5.4 - Tue Aug 12, 2008 7:24 PM EDT

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