Language Dilemna Poem by Wensislaus Mbirimi

When writing in English I go through a complex process,
First thinking in Shona,
translating to English,
Listening in Shona to how it sounds in English,
While translating to Shona to ensure the English nuances and effects
Have the same sense and meaning in both languages.

I know the reverse happens with my Shona readers,
When I write and speak in English.
I think in future I will just write in Shona
and save us all the trouble of hearing the English,
While shonalising the syntax, verbs and adjectives.
Not mentioning the similes and conundrums thrown for show.
Please don't make me start on the past, present or future participles
My mind is already fuddled.