A POEM FOR HEALING; WHEN A NATION MOURNS...

In shadows cast by sorrow's weight, 

A nation pauses hearts elate, 

To honor those who've touched our soul, 

And find in grief a way to whole.

Let tears be rivers, flowing free, 

Carving pathways for memory,

For in each drop, a story's told, 

Of lives we cherish, brave and bold. 

Yet dawn will break through mourning's night,

Bringing whispers of gentle light, 

A promise that, though hearts may ache,

Hope rises steady, never break.

United, we will mend the tear,

With compassion's tender care,

For healing blooms where love is sown,

In every heart, strength is grown. 

So hold on to the love that stays,

A beacon through our darkest days,

Together, we'll emerge anew -

A nation strong, resilient, true.