Olympic Flame

The Olympic flame an inspirational sight to behold

An ancient symbol of humanity doing things true and bold

An aspiration that is as yet to fully take hold

Since occurring every four years - since times of old



Decades of humanity gather to show their appreciation

Witnessing the strong and athletic of each participating nation

Athletes free of political ambition and declaration

Through song of unity and colorful celebration



This iconic representation of humanities lofty goals

Has bared blind witness to war’s scourging wrath unfold

And death to nation’s countless souls

For the sake of tokens: bronze, silver and gold



Negate the symbolism of the Olympic torch’s flame

Left is each new generation to ask again and again:



What event need take place to change humanity’s cruel ways?