Never Good-bye

Never Good-bye

 

On April 16, 2007, an unfathomable, horrific and stunning tragedy

Visited the Virginia Tech campus quite unexpectedly

A troubled soul decided to end his secret pain

By targeting innocent, unsuspecting students and faculty in a murderous reign

 

We cannot imagine what it was like for the victims as we were not there

But for all those left behind, we are here… your lingering burden from this crisis to share

With thirty two beautiful lives prematurely snatched into non-surrendered sleep

How could we not grieve with you?  Indeed, our hearts weep

 

To the families and friends of the students and professors so callously taken away

That you are blessed to walk in God’s grace, mercy and peace, we pray

To the surviving students, faculty and staff, continue to find strength through

    your faith and Hokie pride

Knowing that a concerned nation prays for you and stands by your side

 

One dark hearted man made the cost of an education too high… deplorable and

   devastatingly true

But he could not steal your essence and memory.  They are nestled safely in the

 hearts of those who love you

And just as you shined in your earthly life, you will illuminate the heavenly sky

We yield to a reluctant, bittersweet parting but we will never say good-bye

 

  

Sunida E. York   
©April, 2007
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