My children, I have failed you,
as I did not comprehend
the future that would greet you
at your childhood’s end.
I had tried to prepare you well
with visions that served me true;
but those dreams have been broken,
and they cannot work for you.
A paradigm shift fully unforeseen,
foils societal advance;
we are mired deep in a midden
of hate and ignorance.
Like Pandora I should like to release
some Hope upon our state,
but feel that much harm has been done,
and it may be too late.
My children, I have failed you,
for I did not clearly see
the effects that stupidity in others
would have on you and me.
Gird yourselves with personal strength,
and keep your loved ones near:
seek out kindred spirits.
Forge your vision bright and clear.
My children, I have failed you,
and if this all should cease,
it is because we embraced the hate,
and abandoned love, and peace.