These verses are for you and me

For our eyes to see

Light where there was darkness

Love where there was fear

They left scars

Deeper than any gun wound

Left bitterness in my mouth

Disgusting like rotting flesh

They took my peace and serenity

And left fear and frustration

Took my hope and security

But left hands and inspiration

And for this I thank them

Knowing thanks in the next breath I take

And for this I love them

Because love is alive, and so am I