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A tribute to rebuilding St. Louis in verse
ST. LOUIS — Ravaged by a ruthless tornado, we're now faced with the challenge of rebuilding the gateway city—not just homes and businesses but the spirit of St. Louis, too. Over the last month, the resilience we have seen has been astounding. Mike Colombo shows us the signs of hope amid so much heartache.
You can really see the darkness in the sky as that storm intensifies along the Missouri river.'
On a mid-May Friday, skies turned dark. A deadly storm headed for Forest Park. Nature's nastiness on full display, devouring roofs along the way.
Wicked winds tortured trees and hurled debris.
The view from above when the violent storm passed confirmed our fears and made us gasp.
Mangled metal littered trees and poles. Toppled homes left blocks with holes.
Lives and homes splintered, a powerless position, but St. Louisans understand the mission.
That need has prompted the response we've seen from those who've heeded the call to clean.
From cooking and clothing to cash donations—there are glimmers of hope in this devastation.
While the progress is positive, make no mistake, what many lost here can't be replaced. Not just homes, but history, the stuff money can't buy. Gone in an instant without a goodbye.
Yes, life goes on, a new day will dawn. Out of sight, out of mind; it's how some move on. For those who can't, our town must commit to rebuilding St. Louis brick by brick.
Poem by Mike Colombo
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