Look Beyond Your Today Poem by Doreenda Nikoi Kotei

I know what you are going through,
It is so much for you to bear,
You are always seen in this same tartared clothing,
You barely have enough to eat and drink,
And there is no one to call a friend,
You are quiet and lonely inside,
But hey, look beyond your today,
For tomorrow will be a better day!

I can see your tears and feel your pains,
You work tirelessly day and night to support your family,
To put food on the table and to foot the bills,
You sacrifice all that you have to make life easier for your family,
Just to see your children healthy and happy,
Sometimes, you are overwhelmed and feel like giving you,
But hey, look beyond your today,
One good break is enough to turn things around for you,
Not all days are the same!

I can understand your dream and passion to succeed,
You don't even remember the last time you:
Bought yourself a cold drink,
Went out for an executive party,
Wore an expensive dress,
Had a flawless make up,
Put on a charming perfume,
Slept on a cosy bed,
Had a beautiful hair do,
Drive in a classy car,
Held a reputable job position,
Spoke to a pretty lady,
Dined in a luxurious hotel,
Or travelled out on lifetime vacation.
You keep sacrificing to make it,
And now, you're fed up and want to end it all,
But hey, look beyond your today,
It is just a matter of time,
You'll reap greatness if only you don't give up!


DOREENDA NIKOI KOTEI