Rally Stop Rocky Mount, VA

Rally Stop - Rocky Mount, VA

We are driving into the darkness it appears the rain is becoming relentless, I think about all those who I know will be there waiting on us no matter the conditions, and I smile. I think of the hundreds of times I have stood and searched in horrible weather conditions for those who are missing, it really does not matter to most that work in this arena. I think I even wrote a poem once about that.

So we arrive and things have already been in motion on this day as speakers and media had provided coverage of the missing and event slated for this evening. We jump right in and say a few words and went through some introductions as we moved on down the boat ramp to launch little boats so amazingly handcrafted by volunteers. Each boat housed a photo of a missing person and lit candle. Families gathered at the waters edge and gave a push, as some cried, others watched and many said a silent prayer as they followed the floating craft down stream. It was a sight to see and that feeling lingered with me for the rest of the night.

I realized the rain had stopped once everyone went to participate in the launching of the boats, I silently wonder if anyone else noticed, it weird how things like this happen often, God will allow a peace to flow and change the situation. It was a very humble event to end our day touring.

I leave this stop with pride, our directors program we launched is strong in Virginia and growing; although this is the first Virginia stop they have done a great job with not only their hosted stop, but working to involve and support the families left behind. So much volunteer work goes daily unnoticed by dedicated people to the cause, I am blessed to have so many great folks who join CUE and give of themselves so freely.

After a restless night I awoke to a radiant sunrise, a reminder for me that their is something out there way larger then any of us, so I took the opportunity to spend some time alone in prayer.

A Burst of Sorrow
7/2/2002
Written by : Monica Caison

Standing here alone tonight
I can hardly breathe
The sinking pain within my soul
Is nothing you can see
The sky could fall or lightening strike
I wouldn't feel a thing
The meaning of this endless flight
An angel caught by wings
So real are thoughts we try to hide
Offered through a smile
A gesture or a kind word
Is torment for a while
Comfort seems to be a thought
And the feeling is out of reach
The words, I can bare no more
Poured on me to keep
I'm standing here alone tonight
Desperate to see your face
Then the truth hits so hard
Your missing without a trace