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My Little Sakura

June 19, 2022
By Lishal-Z SILVER, Dubai, Other
Lishal-Z SILVER, Dubai, Other
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I was only seven, and the little Sakura kept calling to me;
It was bizarre, but felt so right, the wisdom so free.
I listened to its song of happiness and joy;
The many lessons I learnt and still enjoy.
 
Its budding blossoms were mere capes of pink;
Left me in deep solace, to daydream, to think.
We competed every day, to see who would grow in height;
And felt the grass beneath our feet and roots in delight.
 
I was only twenty-seven, and I recalled my Sakura tree;
Away in the city, with no happiness, no glee.
Oh, how we used to enjoy your petals that showered the gloomy skies,
And how I hugged your comforting trunk, as your bore my cries.
 
“Those who sow in tears, will reap with joy!”, you used to say;
Your lullaby of motherly love, made me want to stay.
Yet I could not, I had to leave, to fulfil the duties of society;
But your voice reminisced in my mind, weeping in entirety.
 
I am only eighty-seven, yet I still remember you;
The little Sakura, rose high and mighty above the clouds, you grew!
Your bark speaks volumes of your strength, your branches sing hymns so rare;
Your petals dress the baren ground, and your shade now a cape of eternal care.


The author's comments:

The species of Sakura, laden with their rich tradition and cultural significance, finds itself as the main protagonist of this story, playing the role of a guardian to the little child as they grow older, as their rock and salvation. 


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on Jun. 21 2022 at 1:57 pm
Teddybearheart BRONZE, Cork, Other
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I love this poem! It’s really creative and you choose your words so well. Thank you for sharing such a gem 🥹🌸