Hatred Fueling.....Passion’s Flame

‘Tis a Region….mired…in conflict …..Bigotry….its very soul to blame Confusion….all of Man’s own making… ….Hatred fueling passion’s flame Need we have a talk with God Spend some…quiet time…alone… Reflect within that sacred vision ….Every…..evil…..act….atone Should we beg of Him forgiveness …Every sniper’s discharged gun Every raging drone…..of terror ….Every single…..strafing run Should we ask a note of guidance… Assuage the pain of every wrong …..Resolve that conflict ever kindling Outstanding issues…here at home ….Our Nation’s….past……akin….to ISIS American History’s consummate shame Poignant memoirs….steeped in turmoil ….Hatred…fueling….passion’s flame