September Eleven

 My God, I grieve this lot,

 and need a moment's respite  
    from its torment
 to be at peace with other thoughts. 

 But no, I'd rather not

 be alone without You now.
    God, please allow
 more time to mourn what we have lost. 



     Alternate Version

 Oh God, I grieve a lot,

 and need a moment's respite  
    from this torment
 to be at peace with other thoughts. 

 But no, I'd rather not

 be alone without You now.
    God, please allow
 more time to mourn what we have lost. 

     Alternate Version 2

 God, I grieve a lot,

 so please allow me respite  
    from this torment
 to be at peace with other thoughts. 

 But no, I'd rather not

 be alone without You now.
    Grant me refuge
 for me to mourn what we have lost.