I Am Waiting

I am waiting for the day when my Lord will return. I am waiting for the day when my neighbor loves me as he loves himself. I am waiting for the day when everyone looks at my face and not my color. I am waiting for the day when hypocrisy no longer slaps my face. I am waiting for the day when slander and backbiting no longer hurts me from afar. I am waiting for the day when my word is my bond and my handshake is my contract. I am waiting for the day when the twinkle in a man’s eye is no longer connected to my wallet. I am waiting for the day when mothers no longer take their babies lives. I am waiting for the day when no one dies of starvation. I am waiting for the day when mothers and fathers respect their children and no child is abused. I am waiting for the day when men appreciate and uphold their women and children. I am waiting for the day when spouses love and respect one another. I am waiting for the day when children honor and obey their parents. I am waiting for the day when countries co-exist and no one is called to duty. I am waiting for the day when no one goes to sleep with fear. I am waiting for the day when evil is put to end and no longer stalks man. I am waiting for the day when the Lord will return. I can’t wait. Poetry Contest: In response to IF Sponsored by: Silent One 10/22/18