Saida Poems | Examples

Sleep Well, Little One

I wrap my arms around you
My legs around you too
I rest your head against me
As close as you can be
     "Ahlam saida qalili"
     "Ahlam saida saghiri"
     "Sleep well, my little one"

Today was full of sorrow
There will be a tomorrow
The sun will be here soon
I whisper to the moon
     "Ahlam saida qalili"
     "Ahlam saida saghiri"
     "Sleep well, my little one"

One night of dreamless pleasure
No hurt, or fear, no pressure
Tomorrow we disappear
This is our last night here
     "Ahlam saida qalili"
     "Ahlam saida saghiri"
     "Sleep well, my little one"

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May 7, 2017 
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