I am supervising my grandchildren while their parents are away. This past week has been filled with bad news, both nationally and internationally. In response to news reports, my eight year old granddaughter wrote the following.
OUT THERE
by
Heidi
Out there, somewhere
There are people who need us.
No homes,
Lives taken away.
It is time to remember,
The great moments, memories made.
Out there, somewhere
Time is changing.
Moments pass,
Out there people raging.
So put down your comic book
and try to make a stand,
Because out there, somewhere,
people need us.
No homes,
Lives taken away.
Now it is time to remember
The great moments, memories made.
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| Heidi |
My cousin was playing music on her iPad, so I went to my room and wrote down some lyrics from my head. When my Mom came in, I asked her if she would like to hear something I wrote. I told her I wanted to sing it to my Dad and Grand Dad.
Later that night I gathered everyone in the den, and sang this song. My Grand Dad suggested I share it with the world. And that's why we are writing this!
COMMENTS:
From a Farmer in Pennsylvania -
What a social conscience for an 8 year old. She'll go far to save us.
From a relative in Texas whose husband, a Dallas Police Officer, was involved in the ambush and deaths of five fellow officers last week -
She has a talent for writing just like her mother!!!! Way to go Heidi!
From a correspondent in Tennessee -
Wow and wow!! How profound from one so young!!?
From an English couple vacationing near Nice, France -
Very moving. We should have eight-year old children with Teddy Bears running the world.
D&M
Loved it. Thanks for sharing.
From Glasgow, Scotland -
This was inspiring especially at this time when so much is horrible in the world.
Lovely words from a lovely little girl.
...and a child shall lead us... Your granddaughter's thoughts have made my day and hopes for the future. God bless her.
From a genealogist in Tennessee -
Your little Heidi is beautiful. And so is her heart. Please tell her I loved her poem.
From a friend in Guildford, England -
Wow!' is all that I can say. Two more words: amazing, incredible!
From a noted barrister in Pennsylvania -
Glenn, don't take this seriously, but she is so intelligent and cute that I find it hard to believe she is related to you. Just kidding.
From Heidi -
Thank you so much for commenting on my poem. It is one way I express my feelings - by writing.
From a retired minister and YMCA director in Alabama -
Thanks Glenn. I will send to all my addresses. There is always hope.
Blessings, Charles
From a friend of Heidi's great aunt in Tennessee-
Oh, thank you SO much for sharing this… I tried to post a response on Glenn's blog but it did not publish – would you send my response to Heidi? Her song brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart! I'm sending her a BIG hug and hope she will be able to stay with me again in December!
From a cousin in Alabama -
Thank you for the sweet article!
I don't think your granddaughter has a future with the NRA.
From a college English professor -
Your granddaughter's poem show both skill and a good heart. She's a grand addition to your family tree.
From several sincere warm-hearted spiritualists -
Very cool Heidi!
Keep writing them songs about your love for the world and our work together. That one is poetic and potent. I'm hoping that your young heart feels held as well, considering the big things it's holding so tenderly.
Brought sweet shivers to my body.
A strong force, a beautiful being, a fiercely loving heart. No doubt you share her lineage.
Thank you
From a caring relative in Colorado -
These words from my 8-year-old last week step-niece remind me of the work we need to do in this world, and the responsibility we have for the care and needs and gifts this incredible new generation, being born to carry us through these times....
Thank you, young one, for this sweet poem. In a difficult time, it is good to see that when our time is passed you will replace us with something I hope to be so much better
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