Hello,

Katrina may have knocked us down, but she won't keep us down. Americans from all across the country have been deeply affected by this tragedy. I am proud of every American for their help and support. Here is a poem that has brought hope and faith to many already. Please pass it on to the world.

Thank You,
Darren Sardelli
www.authorsinschools.com (My bio is under Poets - For every assembly I do during the 2005 - 2006 school year, I will donate part of my salary to Katrina relief efforts.)

The American Spirit - Katrina

Katrina brought disaster.
She caused a lot of grief.
She showed the world destruction
and pain beyond belief.

Katrina split up families.
She knocked their houses down.
She took all their possessions
and pulverized their town.

Some women lost their husbands.
Some husbands lost their wives.
Some people lost their neighbors.
Some children lost their lives.

Katrina's winds were massive.
They took some heavy tolls.
She may have caused catastrophe,
but deeply touched our souls.

She brought us all together.
United, here we stand!
Our people heard a cry for help
and lent a helping hand.

We reassured the victims
that help was on the way.
We're doing all that we can do
to brighten up your day.

Katrina may have knocked you down,
but we will pick you up.
She may have taken all your food,
but we will fill your cup.

You know you can rely on us.
We'll be your shining sun.
We Are One Nation Under God.
United We Are One!
Copyright © 2005 Darren Sardelli
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