My heart aches
For my spiritual brothers and sisters
Whose souls moved on without warning
And for the loved ones
Wounded in grief and pain
Far too often we cling
To that which makes us different
Instead of embracing the love that unites
I cannot change the past
Nor the minds clouded by ignorance
But I will use my words
To inspire hope, love, and acceptance
Whether we differ in age, skin color, or romantic preference
May we move forward together, letting unyielding love unite us all.
Kelly Deeny 