ON THE SHOULDERS OF A CHILD

As we adults in charge make the world…more violent, 
more prejudice, 
more fearful, frightening and wild
may we be blessed to someday understand….
the weight of all the hardships we’re creating
are not meant to be placed on the shoulders of a child.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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