Tears form massive pools of sadness
in the eye of the storm
Restlessness sways back and forth
like the branches of a mighty oak in a summer squall
Sadness enters
Hopelessness beckons
Desolation calls

Hugs invite suffering hearts to ease
in the avalanche of despair
Prayerfulness protects threatened souls
like the shields of warriors in days of old
Love enters
Acceptance beckons
Faith calls