Red. White. Blue.
The colors of bravery, innocence, hope.
Blood lost for freedom: a blanket of courage.

Red. White. Blue.
The colors of anger, shock, and, sorrow.
Blood lost for vengeance: a road of revenge.

Red. White. Blue.
The colors of people of muscle, bound together
With a the strongest thread, weaving love, respect, and empathy
sewn through the fabric of Boston.

Red. White. Blue.
The colors of a civilization racing toward goals
Achieved through sweat and pain and thirst for the finish line
that stands proudly awaiting the last step.

Red. White. Blue.
The colors of disbelief, fear, and tragedy
But not defeated: a race that will be won.