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I'M Not a Terrorist

I'm not a terrorist I'm a peaceful woman I'm waiting for the sun... To remove the darkness and reach the sky To hold my flag and wave it high To hug the air, and kiss the sand To liberate my country and plant my land To color life with the color of peace To dream, to hope, to feel free *** I'm not holding a gun, you see? I have a green branch in my hand I have a nice dream in my mind Give me freedom and let me go Take my hand and let's say no No war, no crime, no pain Let's survive But be careful... you must know It's our land... don't say no I will write it over the rainbow Palestine will be free Palestine, you exist to be!

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Maryam Hisham

Date: 11/25/2023 6:11:00 AM

Beautiful!

Ibohal Kshetrimayum

Date: 11/20/2018 11:23:00 AM

I love this poem a lot. And it reminds me of that occasion - "poets without borders". I understand your anguish. You know, some are occupied by others, and some are also there who remained occupied within their own country. My people are in the second situation. The both deserve freedom. Thanks for sharing this wonderful poem.

Black Matta
Date: 11/21/2018 10:14:00 AM

I appreciate your wonderful reply. This poem gives me a nice feeling and I feel happy in every time I get a new comment. Thank you!

Valerie Staton

Date: 1/4/2018 2:09:00 PM

Your poem is a powerful read. You write with passion. I look forward to reading more of your work.

Black Matta
Date: 1/4/2018 4:22:00 PM

Thank you, I shared many poems here and I hope that you will have a look and read them all.. :)

Skat A

Date: 10/19/2015 11:45:00 PM

Black Matta, Congratulations on your sweet win. ~SKAT~

Black Matta
Date: 10/20/2015 4:05:00 PM

Thank you, SKAT :)

Arthur Vaso

Date: 10/18/2015 11:13:00 PM

I have no doubt you are not one but I am not blind to those who are, everyone here talks of "truth". I have been to the middle east and know very well who is Hamas and Hezbollah. I have some advice, when you love your children more than you hate your enemy, you shall have peace. Not to say the other side are angels, no conflict leaves either side completely innocent.If these are your true words, then convince your neighbors, then peace and compromise shall walk to your door.

Arthur Vaso
Date: 10/20/2015 11:57:00 PM

If you wonder why I say this all, first I am not Jewish, but to fix any problem comes honesty, what Palestinians do not need is support from people who use you because they dis like Jews, second, the methods used to attain your goals do not work. They only breed more violence no matter who is right and who is wrong. I May seem harsh with short words, my heart wishes only peace for all.

Arthur Vaso
Date: 10/20/2015 11:55:00 PM

Saying all of this, I wish for peace , and for peace must come compromise, and this is not about who is right and who is wrong, but about 2 peoples living together. I wonder if you have watched Palestinian children cartoons, cause that says it all. Teaching children to hate, no matter who is right, is the wrong way to go.

Arthur Vaso
Date: 10/20/2015 11:52:00 PM

Another issue, is that even as second class citizens, there are Palestinians living in Israel, many christian, also many who have left Gaza because they are gay, and now live in Israel. Hamas has carried out genocides against its own people, if they are not fully compliant with their strict version of Islam. I know, as I have many Palestinian friends, so my information comes first hand.

Arthur Vaso
Date: 10/20/2015 11:48:00 PM

What is forgotten is that a lot of land was purchased, second, no ones discusses the over 200,000 Jews displaced from Arab lands.As to who the land belongs too, thats a complex issue, however, the land Israel has is a speck of dust in a huge ocean compared to Arab lands. The charter of Hamas states clearly to wipe out Jews, and is supported by Iran who says the same very clearly.

Black Matta
Date: 10/20/2015 4:08:00 PM

Aha, I can't say the opposite, but we also have the right to defend ourselves and if you noticed very well, you could know who was right and who was wrong. Who started this killing and this miserable life, who took our land? Still, I believe that only PEACE must be after all. Thank you, Arthur

Paul Callus

Date: 10/17/2015 4:54:00 AM

No...not a terrorist, but a poet who writes with emotion and a love for peace and freedom. ~ Congratulations on this fine win! Regards //paul

Black Matta
Date: 10/17/2015 10:48:00 AM

Thank you, Paul. You made my day~~

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 10/17/2015 1:03:00 AM

Congrats on ur awesome winning write Black matta!

Black Matta
Date: 10/17/2015 11:09:00 AM

Thank you, Dr. Upma!

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 10/16/2015 8:59:00 PM

Powerful poem, Black Matta, Congratulations on your win, thank you for supporting my contest. Stop by my latest blog "I'm not a terrorist" if you would like or have time. Always & Forever LINDA

Black Matta
Date: 10/17/2015 11:11:00 AM

It is my pleasure, Linda. I did check it, I thought it was a topic about the same title. Then I found a lovely thank you and the list of winners. Thank you for letting me know about it :)

Dalia Shahein

Date: 10/14/2015 5:33:00 PM

Allah y7ayii a9lk w falas6ean 7ora 3arabya abeya w lakol yali bfakrona erhabya fa e7na mo erhabya e7na sh3b el 7orya.....

Dalia Shahein

Date: 10/14/2015 5:32:00 PM

I salute you my friend,I'm honored to be Palestinian and to have a brave Palestinian sister like u I'm from Palestinian roots but Jordanian lives in jordan Wonderful, magnificent poem ..... ???? ???? ???? ? ?????? ??? ?????

Black Matta
Date: 10/15/2015 11:22:00 AM

Hey my sister, I'm surely happier than you are! I wonder why I haven't checked your poems before. But it's never late... Thank you :)

Jeanette Anderson

Date: 8/23/2015 11:31:00 PM

Black Matta-I love your poem. I read about the troubles you have in your country, Palestine. Please don't be offended, I am trying to be a writer, too, so I ask a lot of questions. Do you mind if I ask a personal question? Do you feel others are prejudiced that you could be a terrorist? Is this just because of where you live? Hoping for your peace and comfort.

Black Matta
Date: 8/24/2015 8:35:00 AM

Thank you, Jeanette. I don't mind at all, you're welcome to ask here or via a private message. Well, lots of people who don't know the truth assume that every Palestinian is a terrorist, or maybe every Arab and Muslim. I wish you all the best in your writing.

Dr. Demane Mohammed Sheriff

Date: 12/3/2014 10:03:00 AM

Hi ^_^ it's high time i came here. Well, i'm so proud of my palestanian sister ..... i'm an Algerian biginner poet, so, i would like to thank you about your comment of my poem "Angry for GAZA" and i thank you too about this wonderful and awesome written .... we're all with you and Palestine

Black Matta
Date: 8/24/2015 8:36:00 AM

Thank you, Mohammed. You're welcome.

Ziad Gadou

Date: 9/3/2014 3:01:00 PM

You have my silent prayers for a better tomorrow to all war stricken places, god bless you for a soulful write and a wonderful job!

Black Matta
Date: 9/5/2014 4:31:00 PM

Thank you :)

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 9/2/2014 8:28:00 AM

I do hope it exist, as in everywhere, Black M., A nice warm WELCOME to poetry soup. I hope you enjoy the community. You'll find many friendly poets, who are ready to support and give positive feedback. I want to be the first to invite you on over, to the contest page. I OFFER MY CONTEST, in hopes it inspires you to write another poem. I'm looking forward to following you and your poetry:) Here's the link to the contest page. http://www.poetrysoup.com/poetry_contests/ <---~Take Care!! From: your new poet friend @-> LINDA <-@

Black Matta
Date: 8/24/2015 8:40:00 AM

Very kind, Poet Destroyer. I appreciate your reply :)

Secrets Inyoureyes

Date: 8/31/2014 10:23:00 AM

What a beautiful and powerful write, Pretty much what pandita said. Come check me out btw. :)

Black Matta
Date: 8/24/2015 8:38:00 AM

Thank you, Secrets inyoureyes :)

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 8/29/2014 11:50:00 PM

What a deep powerful write! Beautifully penned! Bravo! I extend to you a warm welcome to PoetrySoup - happy writings

Black Matta
Date: 8/30/2014 12:35:00 PM

Thank you, Pandita I'm trying to read more poems from other great poets here. Smiles, Blackmatta

John Posey

Date: 8/29/2014 11:44:00 PM

To realize this is written from deep within your heart totally overcomes any branding of politics.... Your pen is dipped in courage. May peace be your reward..... Love Ya ..... Jake

Black Matta
Date: 8/30/2014 12:38:00 PM

Wow, peace! This is the only word I love to hear, the only word I want to feel. Thank you, John Blackmatta

Skat A

Date: 8/29/2014 4:28:00 PM

by the way this is powerful. SKAT

Skat A

Date: 8/29/2014 4:27:00 PM

Black, Stopping by with a nice, sweet Welcome to Poetry Soup. I will get much delight, in reading and in time become familiar with your verse. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile, others passed, when I first join the soup 4 years ago. I wish you the best when it comes to your compositions. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here. Starting with me. SKAT :-) Please drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs* SKAT

Black Matta
Date: 8/30/2014 12:46:00 PM

SKAT, I can feel how friendly you are :) ... Thank you for your welcoming and for your smile.. I'm not sure if I know the way to contact with you, could you please start this step?.. You know, it is my first time here. I'll be glade to receive your message, and I'll reply you for sure. Blackmatta

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/29/2014 3:41:00 PM

- Warm welcome to PoetrySoup,Black - I choose your first great written free verse - Well done - Nice to meet you! - Hope you will be satisfied with our "soup family" - we are many .. but has plenty of room for you too- Be kind and keep PoetrySoup as a haven PoetrySoup is a drama free zone(Comment on the poetry of others and they will comment on yours.) Thank you posted your words and thoughts here, I want to come back to read more another day. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Black Matta
Date: 8/30/2014 12:57:00 PM

Hey Anne, yeah, I'm very satisfied and that's why I've became one of your members. I can see your warm welcome and your kind replies. This is really enough for me to be happy and enthusiastic. I'll post more poems whenever I have time :D I appreciate your suggestions, your corrections, please feel free to give me any notes about my writing. I want to improve my style and I'm doing my best to know extra information about poetry. //Blackmatta