Tribute

You are the candle I forget to light,
The flame I fail to guard,
You show a light, I do not see,
The warmth I turn to clod;
You are the shame that burdens my heart
The failure I carry through life,

You are a flicker that bursts into flames
An unsheathed sword of assault,
You are the soundless shout of our hearts
You inspire to stand and speak out.