It sounds more like a prayer to me rather then a poem. Not one of your best.
It lacks the composure and flow your other poems posses.
Though it still had its momemnts;
And the children caught in the crossfire.
I like that line a lot.

It has Been a while since i have been to this site. I have posted three new poems since my return i ran across this one and liked it You earned a 5 keep up the good work.