Darkness separates 

Us from one another, while

Light illuminates 

How we are all One. 

**

The great American myth

Fosters a sense of

Self reliance and mastery.  

Bootstraps lifted 

By ourselves alone. 

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Dark times awaken us

To look deeper at this Truth 

Together, we are better 

Together, we bring hope. 

**

This day, I will thank others 

For the unseen part they play 

Enriching my life experiences 

Beyond measure. 

**

Eternally grateful 

For the Way 

You modeled this Truth

Immanuel. 

Never alone, always 

With.