FREEDOM
Crammed in a Makeshift Vessel they embarked out to sea
Seeking the air of freedom to be like you and me
One mother held her child as the raindrops hid her tears
The father held the mother's hand giving him
Strength to conquer his fears
Besides them were other strangers who nourished the same request
Arrive safely on America's shores the country they flavored best
The scent of the ocean as they passed creatures of the sea
The Sharks, the crustaceans, and other ocean mysteries
The peace of a better life they yearn to taste
To breathe the fragrance of freedom the fears erased
The aroma of liberty the flavor so sweet
Despite the unknown endeavours they were soon to meet
The adversity of the weather dictated an unforeseen course
The journey to heaven was not their giving choice
The vision they dreamed of savoring
The dream they dared to pursue
They are not inhaling the breath of freedom
The freedom as me and you
Copyright © Willette Harmon | Year Posted 2024
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