Marshal Pashtoon Poem by Afzal Shauq

When somebody
proudly mentions
their heritage
I become sadden
my tongue tied
unable to speak
with the realization

' Except for sentences of history
nothing else is left behind...
of my forefathers
proving me
as a marshal Pashtoon'
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Poem In Pashto By: Afzal Shauq
Translated in English By: Alley Boling
Book: 'TWIST OF FATES' Poem No.217/Page.286
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© Afzal Shauq