Glimmers of Light
Outside the streets burst into fire
the smoke took my breath away
fences had become barbed wire
forgiveness; someone had to pay
as good souls perished in the heat
roads buckled, breaking in sadness
heartbreak trailed beneath my feet
hatred gripped the world in madness
then a glimmer of light from above
I turned and saw the face of hope
a child reached out in tears of love
trying to find his own way to cope
through my falling tears I prayed
that there has to be a better way
can't we mend our hearts so frayed
to find love again in the light of day
there will be a better day this I know
until then I'll keep reaching out in love
show me the path of peace to follow
glimmers of light I see high up above
Born in Toronto, Ontario, Sandra is a self taught writer. She has been writing off and on since an early age. Most of her writing revolves around what she sees in everyday life, nature and her concerns about mankind. She enjoys reading, writing, hiking, animals and photography.
You write of dark days, and with a sense of urgency. This is no easy subject to tackle, but in your more that capable hands, a glimmer shines.
ReplyDeleteMyke Todd
Wonderful poem here Sandra...Darkness surrounds many, because days are perilous & you've expressed it well in your piece! The light from above is our hope & promise. Thanks for sharing...~Chris
ReplyDeleteSandra, what a wonderful piece of work. Truly love lights the way midst the darkest of days. Thank you for again sharing your wonderful talent.
ReplyDeleteLove, Charlene
Nice write, Sandra. Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!
ReplyDelete-MJ (www.tgbtgpublictions.com)
lovely write with a great message, my friend xxx
ReplyDeleteGood observations coupled with strong description Sandra..'
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