A Lullaby Song

In the warm listless summer nights,
Oppressive heat hangs, heavily on the skin.
The evening brings a lullaby song,
As darkness fades, into the African nights.

The morning brings a cool freshness,
Awakening, a new dawn,
Bringing forth a new day.
The heart lies heavy at the sight within.

In the half baked sun, glowing with gold,
A stark contrast between heaven and earth.
Children in desperate need ,of human touch.
Each day begins with a bit of hope.

God sends his love, on the distant beat, of African drums.
For these little ones who have no voice,
Little ones born with no choice,
Hope comes on the words of a lullaby song.

Help comes, in the form of loving hands,
Knowledge from distant lands.
The evening brings a new lullaby song.
For some, medical help has been way too long.

They take the lungs and breathe new life.
They will take the hand of the weary.
They will raise the battered shields,
Bringing  hope for a new tomorrow.

9/30/2010   written for Pat Myron
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Eastman Avatar
August 12, 2011 at 3:56 PM
Excellent subject and content. Great writting. Inspired!
George   Avatar
August 2, 2011 at 3:52 AM
Superb writing Phyllis. Congratulations on making it through the first round and best wishes on making it to the Finals. Lainie
Melody Lightning Ink Avatar
November 13, 2010 at 1:50 AM
They take the lungs and breath new life. They will take the hand of the weary. They will raise the battered shields, BRINGING HOPE FOR A NEW TOMORROW..... a hope song i will never forget, i had it printed, and placed it on the wall of mothers little hut. and most a-times mother, though can not read, but would have me read and recite it, then break it into pidgin English for her proper understanding. WE LOVE THE WORK.... THANK YOU FOR THE KIND HEART MA.
Melody Lightning Ink Avatar
November 12, 2010 at 11:15 PM
"Children in desperate needs of human touch, each day begins with a bit of hope. They'll raise the battered shield, they will take the hands of the weary...bringing hope for a new tomorrow". This poem's printed version is placed on the wall of mothers little hut, most atimes she would have me recite it for her...before i go out to struggle. This is mrs Babcock's greatest work till date. I adore you ma. Melody maker.
Melody Lightning Ink Avatar
November 1, 2010 at 7:39 AM
The voice of our rising Africa, is the willing generation, i,melody and others have pledged to fight for our rich but reluctant giant{AFRICA] we're the choices that were lost, and the voice that seemed to be lost.The african talking drums, talking,making sense as in twisting our corrupt leaders heads until they learn to start making sense.....we rise! we rise!! we rise....... fantastic poem to charge our brains for the rise like alcoholic toxic.thanks for the courage sir....
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October 6, 2010 at 1:29 PM
Beautiful!!! I hope you achieve your objective with this lovely Lullaby. We can all "hope for a new tomorrow", but we can help make that dream come true by giving a little love and donations today. Nicely done. I sing my praises to you for you having sung this Lullaby. Joe
La France Avatar
October 3, 2010 at 1:56 PM
It is breathtakingly beautiful, Phyllis, only a pure heart behind a quiet exterior could have created words so loving~~ God Bless you
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
October 1, 2010 at 5:38 PM
From the heart, Phyllis. Nothing else will do. This was what I was talking about. Beautiful. Vince
Dietrich Avatar
October 1, 2010 at 11:23 AM
wow, Phyllis, what a nice poem you have created. Full of hope. Oh, and thanks for your comment to my blog. Well, the few shows you do watch are awesome! Luv, Andrea
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September 30, 2010 at 4:29 PM
This is fantastic, Phyllis. Hope the dollars pour in at your fundraiser for AIDS victims in Africa. Best to you, Diane
A   Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 2:51 PM
enjoyed your poem,..p.d.
K. Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 2:14 PM
Hi Phyllis-- what a deeply moving and inspiring poem this is-- I really love the hope that it brings and I think you've captured it really well here-- for L4S5, I think it should be "too" instead of to-- I think this will really touch people especially when you read it aloud-- wishing you all the best! nikko :)
Johnson Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 12:42 PM
Except for the small typo noted by others this is perfect. Should be just what the doctor ordered. Pun intended. Love, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 11:44 AM
Most excellent Phyllis.. u need only to change is to in in the line...children is desperate need of human touch to read..children in desperate need of human touch..otherwise ..every line is perfect... giving them hope and shedding light on the darkness of their situation ... good going Phyllis.. congrats on being asked to write this rare beauty ..
Devonshire Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 11:36 AM
Excellent!!! I have only one suggestion, Phyllis, and I'll leave it as a comment on your blog. This is outstanding poetry. Love, Carolyn
Richards Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 10:45 AM
You did a wonderful piece for this amazing cause, Phyllis. I don't think it needs another thing...the words and sentiment are beautiful, touching, and just the right touch. Well done! love, Carrie
Kendrick Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 10:21 AM
Great write ...I wonder if this one is the one for the charity drive that you were writing about on your blog...Enjoyed reading..Sara
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September 30, 2010 at 10:01 AM
enjoyed reading today! well written!
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