How long?

January 25, 2022
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How long will I hear waves of violence, blown and tossed by the wind?
How long will I look at the face of injustices mirrored in the hill?
How long must I smell burns of oppression clung against my will?

You blind of truth who walk staggers with your drunkenness.
Writhe like a woman in labour.
Wake up from a deep sleep.

You deaf of wailing, who hear disaster you cannot escape
Sweep you with a wind of destruction.
Turn back and fear your end.

You mute of justice, who acquit the guilty for a bribe.
Shut up in prison, trampled on your feet.
Utter shame, cry out, gasp and pant.

You blind and see!
You deaf and hear!
You mute and speak!

 

 

Mae Ann

Mae Ann worked for 18 yrs in a humanitarian organization devoted to improving the lives of children, families & communities to overcome poverty. She is an advocate of personal storytelling, ambassador, encourager at World Pulse, led a campaign online to partner with women sharing their advocacy. Connect with her at www.connectempowerinfluence.com.

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