Peace Activist

(Dedicated to all who suffer for peace missions)

 

One who loves peace,

Works extra time for peace,

Tries to convince others the goodness in peace

Not yet desensitized with personal needs

Feels sufferings inflicted on innocent beings

By an invading army, militia, mercenary or arsonist

Often gets labelled as peace activist!

 

Authorities almost always treat them as terrorists!

Anti-social elements in media at best or cops list!

Ignoring threats on self, family and friends

Rising above humiliation during discussions and debates!

Challenging notions implanted by society’s creed and greed

Seeing beyond parents religious belief

Works alone or join team providing relief

Bringing solace refuge to those in need!

Effortlessly seeking truth and justice!

 

Busy worrying, helping, writing or protesting

Often forget powerful eyes have been watching

Conspiring remote controlled suicide bombing

Carefully spying on every move and night staying

Writing suicide notes before slaying

At home, in a hotel room; while walking or jogging!

Emergency crew will cover the lifeless body

Few will remember as a great soul and buddy

Others will believe in rumour, news and stories!

 

Author: Deepak Sarkar, 844 Royal Oak Ave, Victoria, BC V8X 3T2, Canada; e-mail: kolki@kolki.com; Web site: www.kolki.com