If I could knit back the fabric of humanity with knitting needles forged in love I would If I could ensure everyone was taught to prioritize objective information and critical thinking over emotion I would If I could make compassion a balm for vitriol and fear I would Because we are all guilty of lashing out at one another of close mindedness of speaking before listening of writing people off before we ever connect to their humanity we are all guilty of conflating identity personhood worthiness with party vote beliefs Make me an instrument of thy peace St.