In communities where we strive to be
Safe, respectful, and kind, with integrity
We build bridges of trust, strong and true
With honesty as the mortar, binding me and you
Yet in this tapestry of human grace
Mistakes are woven, leaving their trace
For we are human, flawed and frail
But justice and mercy must prevail
Forgiveness, acceptance, mercy's gentle hand
Guide us to understand, to take a stand
But not a free pass for those who stray
For the innocent must be shielded, come what may
Accountability is the cornerstone we lay
In the foundation of our community each day
For actions have consequences, this we know
And through this lens, our compassion must grow
Exclusive is the insight of a heart that's true
Balancing justice with mercy in all we do
For forgiveness does not mean forgetting the past
But learning and growing, ensuring peace will last
In the dance of life, we find our way
Through the shadows of night to the light of day
With open hearts and minds, we seek
A world where the strong protect the weak
So, let us build with care and might
A community that shines with radiant light
Where mistakes are lessons, not chains that bind
And in the balance of justice and mercy, we find
A place where all are free to be
Safe, respected, and living in harmony
For in this balance, we find our call
To protect, forgive, and uplift us all
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