For Orlando

Forcibly taken lives
for a vicious motive.
Shock, terror —blood and tears.

Rest the souls in peace,
pity those who had lost
and solace to alike around.

Fear not my brothers, sisters and friends;
stand up and fight for who you are—
until the Love win over Hatred.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Armstrong Avatar
June 13, 2016 at 4:21 AM
Well done. Thoughts are with the families.
Mgk Avatar
June 14, 2016 at 4:17 AM
Yeah, same goes here. And thank you for the compliment...
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