Families And Fortitude Poem by John Sensele

A family rejoices when their son seeks assistance
A family thanks God for mercies
Sown their way in the far distance
To curb herbs of heresies.

A family bows down in gratitude
A family draws comfort in their son's remorse
Grown despite averse attitude
To confess love for brutal force.

A family breathes a sigh of relief
A family prays for tacit turnaround
Born out of respect for a core belief
To stand on acceptable societal ground.

A family can't than God enough
A family seeks healing for their son who lost his way
Gone astray to indulge in regrettable stuff
To inadvertently his family slay everyday.