They said it could never happen, It would never happen said they, For they could never contemplate The dawning of that day When someone, sometime, somewhere, gave, Their first and their last O.K. They said there was strength in numbers, And forewarned was to be forearmed, That the 'other side' couldn't be trusted, Their true face was masked o'er with charm. They said we should always be ready, And 'power' was the answer to all, Great nations by force were kept steady, And would stand strong and proud to the call. And the children of peace the world over, Beat their hearts, and poured grief through salt tears, And preached love, and each sister and brother Joined hands, and sang of their worst fears, But they said it would never happen; "Strength is our fortress" their vow, And who would dare press that first button? But someone, somewhere did, and - POW!