The violence that  rocked the world

Reached  horrific levels  resulting  everywhere 

With loss of children, women, and men for days 

Burned in a church as they were seeking sanctuary

And sanctuary was denied 

In flames by mobs infuriated by  votes.

The  innocent  victims  faced their  rage

Seeking help from locked doors and homes ending

As charred bodies and trash in the once silent streets

No water from kinfolks and no  food  from  neighbors 

With nothing   gained to be sure.

Only we can save ourselves from this rage

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Dedicated to Those who lost their lives  in the

Post Elections Riots : Kenya. January 2008