Rainbow Of Humanity

[thurber]

What color are hands sifting through rubble
uncovering bodies buried deep?
Reaching, receiving...the broken and dead
tragedies in the wake of a storm.

What color are hands soothing and comforting
gently caressing wiping away tears?
Healing, holding...refusing to be enemies
accepting all they encounter.

What color are hands folded in prayer
forgiving, accepting without judgement or blame?
Celebrating, respecting...embracing
uniqueness of individual color and enthnicity.

These are the hands of the human rainbow
Gloriously illuminating humility of spirit.
Spectacular shades of cultures and beliefs
blending...
black, brown, red and white
unwavering...

-Nancy Tabah Whynott