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    United We Stand
    United We Stand
    United We Stand
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    United We Stand

    By Unified Literary Artists

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    There is not one editor creating this, we are a group working together, The Unified Literary Artists. We are the creators of this novella with many other contributors. This anthology was created by compassionate individuals who desired to assist the victims and survivors of the Boston Marathon Tragedy. It is an inspirational creative works to express support and a dedication of poetry and short stories to shine the light into the darkness.
    It is a gift as all the proceeds will be dedicated to a charity, Wounded Warriors that will support and aid the survivors and victims’ back on the road of recovery. We came together to Unite as One World, as the title indicates: United We Stand. The works are from diverse individuals from around the world

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherUnified Literary Artists
    Release dateMay 29, 2013
    ISBN9781301488100
    United We Stand
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    Unified Literary Artists

    These anthologies, April Rains and United We Stand has the favor of African, American and diversity of other nationalities all coming together from around the world to express their support for the survivors. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, these are ménaged of expressions of poetry to help bring light into the darkness. Gifts of love to aid in rebuilding lives dedicated by the Unified Literary Artists of International Poets to survivors in need of hope and encouragement. They are available on Smashwords, find ULA on Facebook and Twitter.

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      United We Stand - Unified Literary Artists

      United We Stand

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      United We Stand

      Unified Literary Artists

      Copyright © 2013

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      It is fully protected under the copyright laws of the United States of America, and of all countries covered by the International Copyright Union. All rights, including professional, by means known or yet to be discovered are strictly reserved.

      From the Editor

      Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.

      ~ Leo Buscaglia ~

      This anthology will open up De Ann Townes, Jr. powerful poetry and artwork, then with a statement from Author Tom Ulfert: Will continue with poetry and short stories from many talented authors and artists. Unified Literary Artists created this out of love and support for the survivors of the brutal senseless crimes of innocent souls.

      There is not one editor creating this, we are a group working together, The Unified Literary Artists. We are the creators of this novella with many other contributors. This anthology was created by compassionate individuals who desired to assist the victims and survivors of the Boston Marathon Tragedy. It is an inspirational creative works to express support and a dedication of poetry and short stories to shine the light into the darkness.

      It is a gift as all the proceeds will be dedicated to a charity, Wounded Warriors that will support and aid the survivors and victims’ back on the road of recovery. We came together to Unite as One World, as the title indicates: United We Stand. The works are from diverse individuals from around the world

      It is a branch off from Angels Cried, to continue to bring hope and inspiration to others. We are concerned writers, poets and authors who want to voice our support and encouragement. As creative Unified Literary Artists this is our expression through the avenue of literature. To aid and show our solidary to the survivors and the loved ones those were taken too early. This anthology was created to aid all survivors on the road to healing and recovery.

      In loving memory, this anthology is dedicated to all who departed from us, and the many survivors of the Boston Marathon Tragedy.

      Krystle Campbell, Sean Collier, Lingzi Lu, Martin Richard

      Almost a year ago, 8-year-old Martin Richard wrote four simple words on a sign at school: No more hurting people. Peace.

      ***

      Table of Contents

      Introduction

      Poetry -VICTORIOUSLY I AM EMERGING

      WARRIOR ANGEL!!!! – De Ann Townes, Jr

      Artwork © De Ann Townes, Jr.

      The Turquoise y Green with eye

      tears y sword is Warrior Ángel © De Ann Townes, Jr

      Adversity Inspires Service Author Tom Ulfert

      Section 1 Poetry- As We Stand on the Road

      Sunset and Poetry - Elizabeth Castillo

      Artwork Sunset –Unkown

      The Birth of Beautiful Beauty - Kolade Olanrewaju Freedom

      Where Are You Lord?- Kolade Olanrewaju Freedom

      BOREDOM -KIng Samuel Benson

      Mental Slavery - Charles Prolusion Makwakwa Mbo

      And

      Esoterik Josh

      Hand In Hand and Side By Side

      We Are United Boston Strong Across A Nation

      -De Ann Townes Jr.

      Faithful Hope -Kolade Olanrewaju Freedom

      WIPE OUR TEARS! Moses Opara

      ECHOES IN OUR SOUL! Moses Opara

      Evil Will Not Win - Cat Mahoney

      Love is A Flame – Cat Mahoney

      In Memorium -Lisa Williamson

      The Day After -Lisa Willamson

      Buy Peace With Love- Kolade Olanrewaju Freedom

      Summer Paradise - Christena AV Williams

      Artwork © De Ann Townes, Jr.

      The eagle is one of my Native American Folktale y Great Espíritu/Spirit symbols....

      The Corazón/Heart with Wings y Sheathed Sword means Strength y Mighty Warrior Ángel

      Section 2- Short Stories- In the Race of Life

      All Cracked Up - Cynthia Meyers-Hanson

      The Seen and Scene - Wavie Green (via Cynthia Meyers-Hanson)

      One Scary Day in April - Anne LaMonte (via Cynthia Meyers-Hanson)

      The Lemonade Stand -The Hanson Girls (via Cynthia Meyers-Hanson)

      Hail, What’s Next? - Stacey Meyers (via Cynthia Meyers-Hanson)

      The eyes of weeping giants - Matthew C. Nelson

      Love Beyond Limitation - Kolade Olanrewaju Freedom

      Summer Paradise - Christena AV Williams

      Artwork

      The Red y Blue y Green is Warriors Corazón/Heart © De Ann Townes, Jr

      Section 3- Author and Contributor Information

      Appendix

      Last page of United We Stand Anthology –Dedication to Angels Cried

      ***

      Introduction

      Adversity Inspires Service

      Author Tom Ulfert

      Miracles happen every day...if we only take the time to see them! I take this quote from my book, Adversity Builds Character (see link below) to express the notion that great things happen in our lives every day. Far too often life gets in our way and we are so busy that these little moments are lost. When we take the time to reflect upon our blessings and the tragic misfortunes of others, it becomes evident that our lives are truly blessed. It is at these moments that we are inspired to become the noble creatures God so intended and there in strive to make the world a better place.

      For me a near fatal car accident and the realization of a life afflicted with three different disabilities forced me into self-reflection and an awakening to the blessings of so many second chances. Therefore, I became determined to pay it forward and help others cope with the adversities of their lives. This past week I could not help but be moved by the endless number of unsung heroes that ran into the face of danger to help their fellow man during the tragedy in Boston.

      Marathon volunteers, first responders, spectators, and others rushed into still smoldering bomb sites to rescue the injured. Thinking not of themselves but of their fellow human beings to lend life saving assistance. These acts of courage were magnified by the endless number of law enforcement and military personnel that sought out the perpetrators in a concerted effort to levy justice for the victims and secure essential security for the Boston metropolitan area. Heroism like this begs the question of what did you do for your fellow man today?

      The social adversity experienced this past week in Boston rebuilt the character of our nation. All across America a unified resounding proclamation of Boston Strong reinvigorated our national sense of pride and re-emphasized the once cherished claim to be a shining light in a

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