I have come from a long way
Talk to me…
I am alone here
No mother, no father, no sister …
I am new in your land.
I bring my country’s story
I am tired from war
My ears are exhausted
I have lost my self
In crowds of people
Please talk to me?
I have come a very long way
Give me a smile?
I am tired of crying
I miss happy times
I miss my mother’s hug
Talk to me … for just a second?
I am new in your land
Hold my hand
Show me the way
I have lots to learn
I have lots to teach my people
Let’s help each other
Bring peace and smiles on faces
I have come a long way
To start my new life
Please talk to me …
By Shogofa
AP Photo/Nathalie Bardou
Dear Shogofa,
Your poem speaks to me and touches me. How poignantly you describe the loneliness of starting in a new country. Your poem is so simple and stark, and so articulate. I wish you the peace for your exhausted ears, and the smiles you so eloquently ask for.
Shogofa, I am so proud! Your poem is just splendid. Ruth is right, it is a simple poem, but it is very powerful. You are a very promising writer!
Shogofa, I love this poem. It is a lovely piece of writing and thank you for sharing it. it is very moving and powerful.
-Abby