To My Sister With Love Poem by Rubaba Mmahajia Rahma Sabtiu

Then I thought of writing my sister the best of love letters
But no, I thought again, why not let these letters sing and dance this love
Why not put the pen and paper down and hold her hands instead?
Why not take a stroll with her through this haven?
Will she not be happy if I ride her through this sky that I love?
Can't I make her dazed and mazed by the freshness of this river?

Put your lovely palm in mine sweet sister
Clench your fingers around mine my dear
Hold me heartily and strongly and never let go
Together we shall blaze these trails
We shall burn these flames and feel this warmth
Together we shall fan this breeze to feel its coolness
You are my sister and for that I am proud

Smile and laugh so I could see these sparkling teeth
So I could read these shining eyes
And when you want to cry do not do so in the sea
Here is my shoulder on it you can place your head
Then go ahead to wet my pretty dress even with your tears
Let me shower on you this love
Hug me tight and give me these kisses
For this love is a gift by Love Himself

Rubaba (Sept,2014)