Summer sun and winter cold

are nothing compared

to the darkness.

Warmth and light,

cold and chill

can be felt,

but

deep

dark

void

is empty,

nothing,

a dangerous place

where

numbness

is contentment,

and complacency

feels right.

No growth happens

without rays of sunshine.

And no awareness

is present

without feeling.

Awaken to the world

that has erupted

into chaos.

Walk into the fray

and be the peace.

Bring a love for all,

show compassion

for every soul.

Do not let the wrongs

go unnoticed,

and do not let

the voices of justice

and mercy

be silent.