Violence
need not be
a striking fist

A silenced voice
the lack of choice
violent acts
that hide behind
eyes
that cry
for the power
to erase

that which harms

that which prevents

a free flowing stream
from crashing into the
sea

The denial of hope
and the blockade
of dreams

Violence
exist,
it wont be extinguished,
it grows the crops
that feed
those who sit
in powerful chairs

Dare to challenge,
dare to speak,
you're not alone
for the
peace you
seek