Mwalimu

i reminisce on the day you passed
our starlight dimmed and flickered 
some sang
morning came
days,weeks passed
and those that were on the frontline
forgot
songs didn't cease
but actions proved wrong

now it's been 10 years
they mock at your memory
my people keep on gettin poor.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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

Anthony Avatar
July 23, 2016 at 1:54 AM
Yeah! I am humbled to tear my heart Out of the trembled My love to put. Dear Mwl. I like your poem Mr. Balele. Lot of appreciation from me.
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