In the Wake of Tragedy

Title: In the Wake of Tragedy

Innocence shattered, a young life taken away,
A sixth grader forever lost in the midst of dismay.
In Iowa’s high school halls, darkness reared its head,
Leaving a community wounded, grieving the unfathomable dread.

An unspoken fear, stood silenced within those walls,
As chaos unfolded and innocence met its fall.
An act of violence, unimaginable and extreme,
Leaving hearts shattered, forever bereaved.

The victim’s name echoes, a reminder of profound loss,
A life ended too soon, at an immeasurable cost.
With hearts heavy and tears in their eyes,
A community mourns, asking the heavens why?

But in the midst of darkness, a glimmer of hope,
Strangers step forward with love, together they cope.
Hand in hand, they stand, supporting one another,
Wiping away tears, healing, sister and brother.

From the ashes arise stories of resilience and strength,
Communities united, unwavering at any length.
With love as their guide, they begin to rebuild,
A sanctuary of peace, where wounds may yield.

May the memory of the fallen forever remain,
In the hearts of their loved ones, a candle’s flame.
And may healing prevail, as we strive to make a change,
To ensure such tragedy can never again arrange.