Baton Pass

I came into this world Crying Felt hunger and discomfort Fell sick, too often Went to school and worried about having friends Occasionally got bullied Frequently felt embarrassed Feared my marks weren’t high enough Fought with failure Worked hard every day For a roof over my head For food to eat Found a man to care for Nurtured a pregnancy we wanted Then when my child Came into this world She cried.

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Beata Agustin

Date: 2/19/2024 8:17:00 PM

Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Rico Leffanta

Date: 3/11/2021 11:49:00 AM

Of course! Coming into a culture where you do not speak the language is quite frustrating because, no matter what you have accomplished, you must start again from scratch! Aloha! Rico

Jane Nguyen
Date: 3/11/2021 2:35:00 PM

Thanks for your comment!