Beam and Twist

Kind refreshing words,
like a soothing balm on wound,
make my long face beam.

sharp piercing words,
like great Esimuda's sword
twist my face to frown.








Esimuda was a legendary figure in my tribe's folktale. He was a warrior with a sharp two-edged sword.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Dietrich Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 6:03 PM
VERY well done, Modupe!! Good luck in the contest.
Sefunmi Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 7:02 AM
Thanks Andrea.
Poet Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 8:07 AM
Good one Modupe.Best wishes to you.
Sefunmi Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 8:30 AM
Thanks for your comment
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