The years have come and gone.

The years have brought progress.

Many negatives are gone.

Still there is darkness


Many barriers have fallen.

Opportunities have increased.

Communication has improved.

Still there is darkness.



Families are getting stronger.

There is more access to money.

There is a more diverse job market.

Still there is darkness.


There are more people with a college degree.

More people have access to modern technology.

Personal and financial growth is unlimited.

Still there is darkness.


More people have the right to vote.

There is more culture and art for all to see.

There is more room for self-expression.

Still there is darkness.


Many new laws to change the evils of the past.

There are more people of diverse heritage holding political power.

There are even some people of color enforcing the laws.

Still there is darkness.


The light is growing dim.

There is a blur in the vision.

There still many problems and issues solve.

Still there is darkness.