Selective Mutism Poem by Sylvia Frances Chan

Selective Mutism
NOTE:
Selective mutism, an anxiety disorder that makes the child
it cannot speak because of the psychological and physical trauma it has endured.

this is totally absurd!
a child likes to chat, speak, and talk

why this nonsense?
We don't beep, we speak

speaking very loudest
no gentle squeaks

speak to the Lord
especially today

not muted at all
who has silenced your mouth?

we will dispute this
no bliss

let me know
the Word of the Lord

you can shed a tear
because we are on board with Him

No mutism, please
speak loudly on board but with ease


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Sunday 5 November 2023