This poem is dedicated to my friend.
Whose life is struggle right now.
I remember when I first met you.
We were so similar.
We laughed for hours.
We read the same books.
Listened to the same tunes.
We watched the same movies.
Talked for hours.
I want to say:
I love you.
…
Your life is full of so much struggle.
But you are so gallant through it.
Never ever want to make me cry.
But it hurts how much I love you.
Your life is hard.
You hurt.
Burdened right now, but always remember,
It rains in the dessert.
And wherever there is life, God nourishes.
And people are sustained in the remembrance of God.
You are so much of the world’s beauty.
In every way.
Your heart is so pure.
I can see your radiance.
I can see the light in your soul.
You always want the best for people.
You’re an inspiration.
…
You said you no longer dream about the future.
Silently said goodbye to those dreams, wishes and visions you once had.
Because you feel like you are simply stuck in this dreary reality.
You think there is no escape.
You are trying to find your purpose.
Your space.
But precious, God tests those He loves best.
The harder the struggle the stronger you become.
Remember God’s Love.
His Grace.
His Mercy.
His Compassion.
I tell myself before I tell you.
I will make myself believe these words from which I now feed.
They say it is words which we hold on to when we have nothing more.
Because they give us comfort.
And wrap us in love.
…
The wise people, they say that you should make the most of your health and your youth.
But no one ever assumes this might apply to them.
Because we believe that we will live forever.
Because we believe that we have all the time in the world.
Because we never understand the value of something until we no longer possess it.
‘Nothing bad will happen to me, I am such a good person.’
But remember good people are also tested.
Maybe in the hardest ways.
And precious, that’s why I never want you to doubt your faith.
Never underestimate your grace.
You are worth everything.
So very important.
People are working to keep you healthy.
People will strive to make you smile.
You are the colourful paint in their lives.
Remember you are their lovebug.
…
We say its funny how time flies.
But so sad how we always want to do certain things but never get the time.
Sometimes I think our lives dwell on pointless things.
So we never get the chance to,
hold our friends hand.
Or marvel over their eminence.
…
I’ve heard my elders say that reflection is the key to life.
Many times we think that our life is so hard.
There is absolutely nothing wondrous about it.
So we simply can’t go on.
We fail to realize own blessings.
We forget to Thank God for His love.
Because we spend hours imaging everything we don’t have.
In all that time we fail to realize that many people have it harder than us.
Many people face greater tests in this life than maybe we ever will.
…
When I was young my mom said no matter what happens I should always place my trust in God.
Any hurdle I come across can be overcome by believing in the One worth all belief.
I promise to put all my faith in God.
Because trust I’ve learned, comes from Him
…
They said one of the hardest tests given to any human being was given to the Prophet Ayyub.
In times of hardship he had immense faith in the One worth all praise.
He was Grateful,
Sought God’s Help.
And remained Steadfast.
He became an embodiment of hope.
So,
God does not place a burden on you more than you can bear.
You are stronger than the usual.
…
My friend,
Seek happiness from sunsets
and flowers blooming.
From ocean waves singing to the beat of the wind.
From leaves that change colours.
From the beauty of how the day becomes night.
Or how the moon replaces the sun.
Or how we can breathe.
Think.
Hear.
Speak.
Listen.
Smile.
Embrace.
Love.
Seek harmony from every single moment.
Because God is always with you. He will never abandon you.
I guess what I really want to say is this, ‘For those going through hard times, keep pushing because there is a greater purpose in it.’
…
My reader,
We should remember that some people are faced with very difficult tests in this life.
Maybe our purpose is to help them through these trials.
Be a beacon of hope.
A lesson of love.
A pillar they can rely on.
Something they can hold on to when it becomes too much.
Simply to let them know they are loved.
…
This poem is dedicated to my friend.
I will always remember the first time I met you.
And I want you to know I’ll always be there for you.
This poem is also dedicated to you.
Because this poem is so much of us.
You are what I like to call,
Preciousness.

And,

Yes,

That’s the last thing that flashed into my memory.

The last thing I saw before I dissolved into nothingness.

I lost myself in a daydream.

Do you remember that Ferris wheel?

Gleaming with red and yellow colourful lights against the dark canopy of the night?

The first and last time the carnival came to the streets of Baghdad.

Fireflies ignited lives.

…

To my unborn child,

Resting in the womb.

Precious:

They shot your daddy in the head.

Now,

Innocent blood will fill the streets.

Sweet mercy sing the midnight praises.

And you, my angel will cry.

I remember your rhythmic heartbeat; my ears heard your life.

I won’t get to see your face.

I won’t get to sing your praise.

I won’t get to hold you close.

I won’t get to explain your worth.

I won’t feel your small hands upon mine.

I won’t get to watch your fumbling steps.

I won’t get to hear your beautiful cry.

I won’t get to watch your face light up at the coming of a sunset.

Wont play peek-a-boo with you darling.

There won’t be sweet lullabies.

…

But I am certain, my angel you will cry.

I wish I could hold you close and dry those eyes.

You are a star light beaming so bright in this hell we call life.

Don’t ever lose your way.

Because you are an embankment of love.

The true essence of hope.

The reason I will live on.

Daddy will be with you, always.

…

The rivers are stained with the moons tears.

And the flowers are sad yet they feel it is their duty to blossom gallantly.

The leaves don’t rustle their silent tune.

The sun mourns; it’s defeated by dark rain clouds.

The earth mourns the loss of love.

I want to live, like the strings on a guitar that wants to be strung.

But there is no music.

There is no more air.

…

Don’t ever doubt that daddy didn’t love you.

Daddy was killed because hate is a cruel thing.

And it drives people to do crazy things.

Like killing innocent people who look a certain way.

My life existed only to be misinterpreted.

But please don’t erase my memory.

Can’t you see baby, my dreams are now etched on your palms.

Stay strong for daddy.

…

My angel, remember to look towards the sky sometimes and show me your blessed face.

Heaven knows I was right; you have your mother’s eyes and my hair.

I’m sorry, I was taken away.

If I had even a minute to spend it would be with you.

Stars twinkle, on the dark canvas of the night.

They say death is but a mere melody waiting to be sung.

They say our fingerprints don’t fade from the lives we touch.

So remember me.

And hush now baby,

Sleep tight,

Listen to your mama,

Only God is by your side.

…

And,

Yes,

That’s the last thing that flashed into my memory.

The last thing I saw before I dissolved into nothingness.

I lost myself in a daydream.

It was the Ferris wheel, turning slowly.

Taking its time as if it was savoring every moment.

Every precious millisecond of life.

They say love saves all.

My angel:

You are loved.

Rest in the womb.

Let love stroke your life.

I love you.

I hope it echoes for eternity.