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Liberty Park Gloria Franklin Gipson 12/01/93 I remember many years ago
driving through the area I love the trees and greenery So many years planning and
money So many times I want the park
only for myself So many people love the park
Written for The Friends of Liberty State Park’s Luncheon For the 30th birthday of Liberty State Park On June 14, 2006
Liberty Park By Gloria Franklin Gipson Today is a very special affair A celebration that touches the heart Thirty years ago a vision put into action And today we have a beautiful park We honor the trail blazers and devoted people Working endlessly behind the scene Attending meetings, volunteering, faithful advocates And now we see wonderful acres of green A park for everyone to enjoy A park that has an impact on the world today It’s been worth the efforts and struggles And many of the pioneers have passed away To every friend and well wisher Your labor of love is appreciated each day For every good deed in life Rainbows of blessings are coming your way As we travel down memory lane We say thank you for caring There is still more work to do The ultimate goal is sharing! Happy Birthday Love, Gloria Franklin Gipson
Liberty Park Poem by Gloria Franklin Gipson on the Occasion of the Second Recognition Luncheon of The Friends of Liberty State Park May 6, 2007 This celebration
is certainly in order We must strive to keep Morris Pesin’s Dream Alive Liberty Park for All People, such a beautiful place.
The history has made its mark And the Friends still struggle. When issues come up, the fight is right, Devoted people don’t run from trouble. People come from all over the world To enjoy the blue sky, fresh air and greenery. If we allow something to block the view We are interfering with the scenery. Everyone was affected by 9/11 Our lives will never be the same for a time A monument can be in the park We have worked to change some minds. We enjoy our Park daily But there are people that work Behind the scenes. There must be special care To keep the park free and green. This luncheon should be an annual affair To keep people informed. The Friends of Liberty State Park are Sending the message. We are determined to go on!
Liberty Park
by Gloria Franklin Gipson 05/08 Liberty Park by Gloria Franklin Gipson
On the occasion of
the Friends of LSP’s Fourth Recognition Luncheon May 3, 2009 This afternoon we are celebrating life And our affair is focusing on Liberty Park. We are honoring special people doing public service And working endlessly from the heart. Liberty Park, a safe haven. A place to inhale And exhale Blue sky, yellow sun Birds flying Waves moving People walking and talking Peaceful relaxing and mind-soothing. We had a rock festival and a jazz one too. Our free summer concerts On Tuesdays and Sundays Are wonderful. In this park there is so much to do. Volunteers planting early in the morning To enhance the park’s beauty. No matter what day you go to the park Dedicated workers are on duty. We still have some challenges And some more battles to win today. But in spite of opposition The Friends are here to stay. we hold on tight.Liberty Park by Gloria Franklin Gipson On the occasion of the Friends of LSP’s Fifth Recognition Luncheon on
May 2, 2010 We welcome all of you to our fifth annual Recognition Luncheon. Celebrating people that have devoted their Time and efforts to the park. People working behind the scenes And doing what they do from their heart. It is March 2010 I’m driving through Liberty Park The trees are trying to turn green. People are slowly walking Enjoying quiet and peace And becoming serene. No noise or traffic jams. No fighting or shooting. No chaos or looting. Just calm, a safe haven. No horns tooting. The economy is in crisis. People must learn To relax and not stress. Liberty Park is a perfect place To come to clear your mind. Meditate and rest. Some people are walking their dogs. The sounds of birds tweeting. The water moving. People passing by with a smile and a greeting. No entrance fee With an awesome Lady Liberty view. Every day with a variety of things to do. Fresh air, water, trees, birds flying, greenery, scenery. Blue sky, sun so bright. You are welcome day or night. For the future we’ll continue to fight Because we believe in what is right We will follow the faithful path With the human chain.A Tribute to Liberty State Park By Gloria Franklin Gipson For Friends of LSP Luncheon, May, 2011 The snow is falling and it
looks like winter wonderland. Sky blue, trees covered in
white. People playing and walking, It feels alright. Lady Liberty with a clear
view. Even in the winter There are things to do. The geese walking, sounds
like they are singing. The water still and the Peaceful atmosphere
lingering. Passed by the Nature
Interpretive Center Open all year Liberty Park, enjoying
without fear. Let’s always remember the
faithful members Who passed away. They are thought about day
by day. Morris Pesin will always be In our heart. The one responsible for
Liberty Park. His vision and yearning
proved to be a success Mainly because of hard work
and doing his best. People with cameras taking
pictures And relaxed, For many reasons, after one
visit, You’ll always come back. Try standing near the water.
Close your eyes. Inhale, exhale. Take a
second to see how you feel. Let go of what ails you and
try to change your view. Because having this
experience is meant for me and you. Park staff always ready To listen and observe. Devoted to the park To assist and to serve. Stay focused and keep going Reaching heights and goals Steadfast, unmovable The Friends are still
growing.
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