Divided City, Divided Land?

In hope, the Peace Bridge spans the majestic Foyle
Although the sectarian divide is plain to see
Since our time there, it's difficult to imagine
the tragic events that hit Derry City,
or Londonderry depending on your allegiance if any

The death of Lyra McKee, on Good Friday of all days
has rocked the city to the core
The loss of Lyra, a child of the peace process
Lyra, the epitomy of freedom and tolerance
Lyra, the face of humanity, that so many crave
has left most lost for words

But in Derry today a glimmer of hope
Hollow apologies do little for the terrorist's cause
Revulsion on all sides of the divide
'You've got blood on your hands' they cry

With pride the ordinary folk take to the streets
No fear of the terrorists they draw the line
Their message to them
It's in your name, not mine

At her funeral in Belfast
Lyra's message of hope is cast
As thousands join hands
in this divided land
In turn, we hope her dreams come to pass...

Peace and love to all who inhabit this land...

Jeff Dawson April 2019