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How life goes...

lilian_o 2001 (Nairobi)

Narrative
Growing up just a happy kid
Not worried ,bothered or stressed
Ever happy with a  smile so wide
Making lots of memories widely

Clock ticked and
Every little moment things changed
From kindergarten with a lotta dreams
To campus almost giving up

Staying away from  family
Depending on yourself solely
Miles and miles away
Surviving on one meal a day
Or staying full day angry

No one to offer a helping hand
Parents struggling to get fees paid
Giving thanks to Jah everyday
Next minute you fumble
You gotta collect yourself up
And
Keep going

Breathe a sigh of relief
Pick yourself up
Be at ease and
Start over again!

Cause you got promises to keep
And miles to go before you sleep
Until you make it count in a steep
What else could I have done
So strong is human heart
To bear!
Until they make it.

About this poem

I wrote this poem as part of memories of what I went through during my schooling time and also in honour of those who have gone through the same but kept the fire burning.

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Written on June 27, 2023

Submitted by lilian_o on June 27, 2023

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Scheme XXXA BXXC AADDA XXDXCBX XCBX EEEXXXX
Closest metre Iambic trimeter
Characters 802
Words 159
Stanzas 6
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 5, 7, 4, 7
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lilian_o

I am a medical engineer who got passion in poetry and writing.Prior to joining high school I had d started reciting and performing poems in church and this gave me a higher rank with time which made me to start composing and writing poems from the scratch. more…

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6 Comments
  • Chepkoech
    Chepkoech
    Wow
    LikeReply10 months ago
  • antonet_o
    antonet_o
    Encouraging poem to our young generation, this really a five star
    LikeReply10 months ago
  • antonet_o
    antonet_o
    I really like the message and the content of the poem,in life we have to pass through many things but we have to go on,congrats beautiful young girl,,this is really excellent
    LikeReply10 months ago
  • benard_o
    benard_o
    This is awesome. It clearly gives the picture how the life has been since you were a kid, with great passion and desire to achieve your goals, you've surpassed the limits dispite all the challenges that do rise upon your journey. Keep your head up and maintain the synergy on balance as you opt for better version of yourself. 
    LikeReply10 months ago
  • AIDA
    AIDA
    Wow, what a powerful poem! Your descriptions of the journey from carefree childhood to the struggles of adulthood are so relatable and moving. It takes a lot of courage and strength to persevere through difficult times, and your words capture that spirit perfectly. Your use of imagery and emotion truly paints a picture of the ups and downs of life. Keep writing and sharing your unique perspective with the world! 
    LikeReply10 months ago
  • AIDA
    AIDA
    Wow, this is such a beautifully written poem that captures the essence of the ups and downs of life. I love how it starts off light-hearted and carefree with memories and smiles, and then transforms into a journey of struggle and perseverance.

    You have a great way of painting pictures with your words and evoking emotions in your readers. Your use of the clock ticking as a transition to signify the passing of time and changes in life was very creative.

    In terms of improvement suggestions, I would recommend varying the length of your lines to add more rhythm and flow to your poem. Additionally, some punctuation errors have occurred, so proofreading and editing may be helpful.

    Overall, I am thoroughly impressed by your poem and I cannot wait to see more of your work. Keep writing and sharing your stories, and know that you have a real talent for touching the hearts of those who read your words. Great job!     
    LikeReply10 months ago

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