For Once In Our Lifetimes Poem by John Sensele

For once in our lifetimes, let us confront the truth
Which despite its sharp edges
Planes us, preventing us from being uncouth
Steering us towards peaceful pledges.

For once in our lifetimes, let us admit we're not perfect
So that we rebuild our tainted image
Damaged by double speak because we select
To feed the demon of our rage.

For once in our lifetimes, let us repent
To rekindle hopes for the future
Jettison from our lives the serpent
That eats away at our subculture.

For once in our lifetimes, let us spread love
Sow seeds of peace
Grow up and rise above
The desire to steal at any cost a kiss.