A Refresher Course

Our hearts need a refresher course in mercy and love, when we allow Fascism to raise its ugly head; while we stay silent! Life is harsh, and pain is a part of it. But, so too, is love! Often, feelings of compassion surface only to be ignored; as we retreat to the darker corners of our minds. Our voice is as powerful now as at any other time, and yet, we feel it'll make no difference; so we choose to stay mute. Our fears and frustrations hide in shifting shadows, as though ashamed to be seen. Although we are all slaves to our reality, if we allow humanity full reign we open ourselves up to a whole world of new sensations that can alter those realities. We need to sever the political head of Medusa so our hearts no longer turn to stone; under the intolerant gaze of bigots. And affirm that our moral foundation is an extension of our faith; and we will no longer remain silent. At our time of death, it's our souls that will be judged; not our political affiliations.