Farah Chamma Poet Rhyme

Lest I Become

If I were what I long to be

I’d ascend the sky and soar
About the sun
I’d pray my prayers, I’d jump,
I’d run

I’d race all the winds
Until the sun can no longer be
And then rest upon a cloud 
Looking down at the sea

I’d twinkle with the stars
And crave upon their lust
I’d dance with the moon
And sway with a gust

I’d be in joy of liberty
If only for once
Away from all the turmoil
Protests and allegiance

Yes, it is I, a wanderer, a 
Palestinian under fire
Roaming within my thoughts
In dreams I desire

For a day maybe... when
Weapons are no more, 
When blood runs warm in veins
And not cold on tiled floors 

I’ll only dream today…lest one day I become

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Allen Hackett September 5, 2010 at 5:25 PM deep a fireband

Sara Kendrick June 26, 2010 at 7:06 AM Great energy, desciptiveness. and metaphoric language that you have used in this one...Thanks for stoppiny by and commenting..Sara

Sami Al-Khalili March 23, 2009 at 12:18 PM A country that deserves no more bloodshed. A country that deserves prosperity without injustice and hellish acts. A country that deserves freedom. Outstanding write. Sami

John Rhinem January 18, 2009 at 5:03 AM Inspirational! Thanks for the blessing!~John

Sara Lokken January 17, 2009 at 2:42 PM It is indeed very sad. You have created a beautiful piece for the world to consider. Love, Sara:)

January 16, 2009 at 11:53 AM It is so sad that so many in the world cannot have the freedom we often take for granted here in the United States. A world at peace would truly be a wonderful one. Nice use of imagery to convey your thoughts. Keep on writing. Wishing you that liberty you so desire. Karen

Sharon Winter January 16, 2009 at 4:23 AM I will never understand war, unless it is to truly defend our freedom to abolish genocide. My heart cries over the needless innocent bloodshed. I don't blame you for wanting to fly away to where only beauty resides. Love, Shar

Laura Mckenzie January 15, 2009 at 5:44 PM Dear Farah how sad but hopefull your write is. I wish for your a lifetime of happiness and peace! WEll done!! Love Laura :)