How Much More?

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How much more can a heart withstand
as home is torn away
A father’s voice is silenced, stilled
years amassed within one day

How much more can a heart withstand
as illusions are broken and torn
By the madness of one man’s rage
bitterness is born

How much more can a heart withstand
as love is unjustly slain
False revenge steals tender love
bartering hope for searing pain

How much more can a heart withstand
as bond is hidden from sight
Desperation drives the heart to hunt
and compels the soul to fight

How much more can a heart withstand
as right has lost its way
Dreams have died in a broken heart
that’s forgotten how to pray

How much more can a heart withstand
anger silences what is heard
Promises meant as eternal bonds
are lost with bitter words

How much more can a heart withstand
voracity exacts its due
May the bond yet keep the hope alive
until his life is through

11/10/00