First I Lost All My Kith and Kin

first I lost all my kith and kin
I did not worry much
because I could live in with the crowds

next  I lost all my land
I did not worry much
because I could depend on nature

then I lost my humanity
I began to worry much
because I had become a  worthless rat
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Be the first to comment on this poem. Encourage this poet.

Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace