PALETTE

Sitting before an empty canvas contemplating life,

and the destruction brought about by endless strife.

As nations fight among themselves for reasons mundane,

while the world suffers punishment that seems insane.

With little hope in sight for children born unto war,

unable to spread their wings and into the sky soar.

Seeing a future where they might live without fear,

rich in beauty all around them as sorrow does disappear.

Like a picture painted by an artist with warm expression,

aglow with wisdom to see the truth beyond the passion.

Often times only a mask to hide what does lay beneath,

where insecurity is hidden in mouths of shiny teeth.