I believe in people.

I believe in the shuffle of feet

To accomodate peers on the bus.

I believe in the baristas

Who leave art in their lattes.

I believe in the man dancing down the sidewalk

To the beat of his new favorite song.

I believe in the stranger that smiles at everyone

Because she had a terrible day.

I believe in the children

Who refuse to stop learning, even when it is hard.

I believe in a community of womyn

Banding together to fight a common enemy.

I believe in people.

And even on the days when people suck,

I believe int heir ability to change.