The Boston Marathon Tragedy

Thank you for the prayers.  (Photo/CNN)

Two devices detonated in the Boston crowd;

Bomber killed an 8 year old.  I hope the bastard's proud.

First was at the Finish Line; the second, down the block.

Here in Massachusetts we're still in a state of shock.

Witnesses described it as a loud, percussive thud...

Thought it was a celebration - then they saw the blood.

First responders to the scene arrived in seconds flat;

Faster than the runners who won olive for a hat.

I don't know how many lives they saved, but 3 were lost.

Can't begin to calculate the pain these bombs will cost.

Near the victory bridge - in April breezes - flags unfurled...

Boston  mourns explosions that sent shock-waves 'round the world.