Ashes and Hope

After every war,
Desolate places stare at us,
Ruins shade the day,
Gloom pervades as despair invades.

After every war,
Like leaves falling off feeble trees,
Tears stream down saddened eyes,
Hope desires a room.

After every war,
It’s a half sun that rises,
Stygian silhouettes veil the eyes,
Hope reaches out a hand.

Looking beyond the dark horizon,
The eyes search for a glimmer of hope,
The mind embraces a new dawn,
A new beginning opens its door.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Kendrick Avatar
January 11, 2024 at 7:06 AM
Congratulations on your winning work. Way to go. Thank you for sharing it with us. Sara K
Emate Avatar
January 11, 2024 at 8:17 AM
Thank you, Sara. It's an honour.
One Avatar
January 10, 2024 at 11:39 AM
War is evil and only the imperialists benefit from it as does the weapon industry... I feel for the innocent people who suffer from it.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Emate Avatar
January 10, 2024 at 11:43 AM
Thank you Silent One. I'm honoured.
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