Silk and ribbons clouding the sky
Coastline and beaches – pure black sand
Walking, skipping, splash-splash snorkeling
Good, honest people – giving hand
Flawless beaches, nature walks too
Mountains and forests, trees and shrubs
Rugged valleys, crystal clear bays
Gifts of wisdom from the cherubs
Visitors welcomed to Haiti
Echoes of Africa airing
Panoramic view of realm
Haitian Saints singing and working
Beauty of Haiti is dancing
With the rainbow’s pastel colors
Different shades to please the Heavens
Family, good friends and neighbors
Rich – poor; “Where is the middle class? ”
Flesh clings tenaciously to mom
Creole speaking, dining delight
Tourist and rich folks under palm
Midnight blue sky, shimmering lights
Stars shining brightly upon moon
Happiness, sadness and sorrow
Hoping to see their loved ones soon
Poor human beings – young and old
Stomach growling, eyes tell it all
Sincerity, dignity, poise
Beauty of Haiti is for all
By reading this poem I got transported to Haiti mentally! Wishing you a merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! - Raj Nandy
And, if I didn't think I'd ever get to Haiti...that proved false! Take a walk through this island with this excellent poetess! ! ! xxElysabeth
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
What a detailed picture you put here of Haiti. Kind of mesmerizing to read too. An EXCELLENT WRITE!