Wake Up America
Recognize that the world is a beautiful place to live in
Recognize how your decisions affect people within
Search in their eyes the same fear that you have too
For we are all one kind the differences are created by you
Recognize that my fear is tangible just like yours
Recognize how these days I prefer to stay indoors
Consequences of assumptions that have turned into hate
The direction this country is taking scares me of late
I am a normal person just like you and the rest
My hopes and dreams are to achieve nothing but the best
Recognize that you are creating a divide so huge
It will be hard to come back then to seek refuge
My life involves my work, family and friends
We discuss everything from news to latest fashion trends
How then are we different when our actions are the same
How can you assume faith is what defines who I am
My mind has a thousand thoughts racing like the wind
Talent bespoken, I want to be that person one of a kind
How can I achieve this when my talent is not appreciated
Rather I am constantly made to feel that I am underrated
In a country that was known as the land of opportunities
What happened to the people why so many impurities
In your hearts, in your minds I think its time to listen to reason
My people love this country but are being blamed in this region
By: Khadija Hussein Pothi.
Doctor by profession, I graduated from University of Nairobi class of 2009. I am from Mombasa but currently living in Houston, Tx studying my Masters in Public and Global Health. Mother to 3-year-old Jamila
Writing is my inspiration to creatively express my thoughts while leaving traces of my identity in the hearts and minds of my readers. Thank you for your time in appreciating my work. You are the reason I am motivated to share my knowledge and empower the world
To view more of my work: visit drkdj.wordpress.com
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