The war of words on the blessing of peace,

And taking God’s name in vain;

From the turmoil I craved a quick release,

From the hellish noise on the train;

When suddenly came two lovely tots,

With the father a-near their side;

Then lo, there ceased the fiery shots;

The children had turned the tide.

Like a sun-burst bright on a stormy morn,

Like flowers in the valley of death,