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A Mother Prays the Headlines

Poetry

I wish all kids could have a great childhood. It's heartbreaking to read the headlines most of the time, but I do know that I can respond with the strongest weapon possible ... prayer.

A Mother Prays the Headlines

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by LisaDublin

by LisaDublin

To sleep tonight

and not be killed

is my prayer

for war-torn babies.

To sleep tonight

and not be snatched

is my prayer

for our young ladies.

To sleep tonight

and not be touched

is my prayer

for children everywhere.