Fatma AssefI am the water lily of the world
I float and let my roots dance I wink at tiny fish because they know my story has been told by many who weren't-- aware -- I was the homeless citizen of the earth and I have tried to stay where I was born but stronger currents have pushed me out and water creatures stopped at my colors and beauty I like to float and swim at my ease I miss my home, but what can I do? The world has beckoned and the world is new! Now that I have tasted fresh water, my petals are glistening It pays to belong to the world, especially if it's listening. |
