Ukpana Ukpoko Gburu, Nti Chiri Ya Poem by David Beckham
Ukpana Ukpoko Gburu, Nti Chiri Ya
Dead tired from the heat of summer and hungry from the days labor
Had I closed early today, I wouldn’t be wandering the streets
The street is quiet as a grave, not a life in sight
Fireflies ahead headed north
The crickets sing along and scary little bunnies hop the other way
I head on south to find food and still not a life in sight
Slight thump and I freeze under the sycamore tree
Clutch my purse tight I did
Look left, look right what was that?
Ever slight breeze out from the south
The branches on the sycamore trees are pointing the other way
Around the corner oddly enough stark raving mad dogs in my face
Had I read the writing on the wall, I would have gone the other way
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Ukpana Ukpoko Gburu, Nti Chiri Ya (A Grasshopper That Was Killed By A Train Must Have Been Deaf)
the anxiety is present, the persona is worried..it made me imagine the next thing the would happen to him. Its a good read.
Really a splendid poem. Beautiful imageries, narration from a observing eyeview of grasshopper and moreover very thought-provoking poem. Thanks for sharing. :)
A vivid tale! You've done a great job spinning this one. Beautiful writing, all I can do is wait for more.10/10.
well told story... and i'm afraid one that happens to us all! good poem!
make me wonder if u are from easten nigeria. fine use of expression... and the use of animal causing destractions. good imagination. shows a picture of old easten nigeria.
I definitely agree with Osman Gani in the sense this well penned and poignant poem is rich in imagery and fine texture! 10+++ Thanks for sharing and keep inspiring the World with your talented writes! Love and Peace for always! Romeo from New York City! ...
David, this was different flavor you add in your poem (so far i've read) but it have nice view...it makes me smile and it really a good write :) _Unwritten Soul
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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12/5/2024 12:58:35 PM # 1.0.0
Reminds me of 'Death in Tehran'. Good poem.