Marooned Poem by Sandra Martyres
Marooned
They placed their ears to the ground
to pick up the slightest sound
A nomad family was in the desert marooned
for days at the mercy of the sun and moon
They hoped for a caravan or a camel cart to pass
that could help deliver them from their morass
But for them fate had decided otherwise
They remained alone under the burning skies
For their aged father dear it became too late
He could no longer for any succour wait
silently he lowered his head and died
A tragic end to his long and painful ride.
The nomads took his death in their stride
And chanted to keep his spirit on their side
Perhaps they were right to do so
they did not face a second death blow
Help arrived in the form of a straying camel
They rode to freedom on this loving animal
spirit more than the man...brought help in the form of a camel..a lovely story with a positive end..optimistic too....well written
Such a touching poem Sandra. Nomads do have to leave the elderly to die when they are too old to travel. And the poem had a bittersweet ending. All in rhyme too. Excellent work! 10 Karin Anderson
What a story. It must be true and I wonder how many times it has happened with both happy and sad endings. Thanks for making me think. Sometimes it is good to forget about our own peevish problems now and then. (smile)
this is really a sad write and very touching, Sandra.The message you wanted to deliver is loud and clear..and...my heart bleeds for them..I cannot comment further. A well crafted piece of an intelligent woman who have a big heart. From my heart to yours.. A big hug, Meggie
Help arrived in the form of a straying camel They rode to freedom on this loving animal.... so much mhated but beautiful animal... lovely write.... read mine 'Modern poetry'
very colorful write indeed sandra! ! ! ! ! ! ..... enjoyed it very much, thanks for this one....deserves a 10 with love shan
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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a soulful yet picturesque poem... an understanding of a different life style and compassion foer them too.. beauty...reallly enjoyed it cheers an ten