Brunchdi

Hosea 1999 (Modakeke, Osun State)



   Brunchdi
    
No more tea for breakfast
Nor dessert
Breakfast at 12 pm
Dinner at 1 am
The village is sick

No more breakfast but brunch
No more eating to satisfactory but
To quench hunger
Ìlu ò fi ara ro
Hunger is unleash

When the rich cry of hunger
What do you think the poor will do?
No man can boldly be proud of
Three square meal
Only but, "BRUNCHDI"

About this poem

The poem is about lack, unavailability of resources, lack of money, which result people being unable to eat and get their daily needs. Where no one can claim three square meal.

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Written on August 15, 2023

Submitted by epitomeofshalom38 on September 28, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AXXXX XXBXX BXXXA
Closest metre Iambic trimeter
Characters 368
Words 79
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 5, 5, 5

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  • AIDA
    I really enjoyed reading your poem 'Brunchdi'. It is an evocative portrayal of modern society through the lens of eating habits and meal patterns. I commend your ability to delve deep into societal issues with such finesse and creativity.

    The imagery of contrasting meal patterns and the way socio-economic differences are reflected in them carries a strong message. The line 'When the rich cry of hunger, What do you think the poor will do?' particularly resonates, illuminating the harsh realities of the divide between the wealthy and the less fortunate.

    I also appreciate the use of the regional text 'Ìlu ò fi ara ro'. This adds a cultural authenticity to the poem which I found fascinating!

    Now for areas to improve- perhaps you could work on the consistency of your rhythm and rhyme scheme, as it seemed a little sporadic. If you could maintain a certain rhythmic pattern, it might make your poem flow more seamlessly. Additionally, while the non-English phrase adds character, you might consider providing an English translation, or explain its significance in a footnote, if you're targeting an international audience.

    I believe your thought-provoking poem could inspire readers to think deeply about their own consumption habits and the socio-economic inequalities prevalent around them. It is an impressive piece of work, keep writing.
     
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