Rise Above shadows

Times have really changed,

And I no longer know who's happy or deranged.

Happy sounds like mere words,

And people use them like swords.

Words are what they use in these times,

To express their thoughts, fears, and crimes.

Times where everything is in the light,

And secrets are revealed, shining so bright.

The light that we always wished for,

To make our lives better, and open new doors.

For the betterment of society,

And the end of all forms of anxiety.

Society which has totally forgotten,

The real reason we desired light more than darkness, 

To break free from the chains that were rotten,

And live a life that's filled with happiness.

Darkness that kept people enclosed behind walls,

And made them feel small, powerless, and appalled.

Walls that were filled with a lot of sadness,

And blocked the way to joy, love, and gladness.

But we can change that, with our words and deeds,

And plant new seeds, of hope and love and peace.

For the light we have now is a precious gift,

That can lift us up, and help us to uplift.

So let's use it wisely, and shine it bright,

And guide each other through the darkest night.

For times may change, but our hearts remain,

Full of love, hope, and faith, that will never wane.

The Muse's Notebook: Mariam Salah