Reach across the gap

Come, stand with me in this tragic gap;

This wound that’s been created 

In our families, communities, and nations. 

Ache for all the division: 

For those who’ve lost their trust 

And for all the lies that feed distrust;

For those who chose and others who still choose 

Self interest over truth. 

Stand with me in the gap, and cast your eyes 

Upon the connections, both above and below, 

That still unite us. 

Reach across and stitch us back together, 

That this gaping wound might heal.