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Crying stream

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  The poem is trying to convey the ills, sufferings and traumatic experience kids who are orphans go through. CRYING STREAMS He walked towards the rock hills The atmosphere seemed to be at a stand-still The sun smiled at him; And the green leaves on the tree, Were waving him farewell. He stared at the herds of lamb and smiled Alas! Those creatures could bring joy to his sad-stricken soul. Up he looked To the sky in anticipation He was seeking treasure Not one that could be measured Nor one that gives pleasure Yeah, it was a very unique treasure. One that brings comfort; confidence, joy and warmth. Alas! A beautiful creature appeared to him........; An epitome of beauty She stared at him and wept. Her tears entered the river banks; They overflowed. "Mother!" He cried out In a loud creaky voice; Sad-stricken with grief. He half-ran; But she was already gone.  Little as he was Innocent as the lambs; Helpless but not hopeless Embedded with loneliness He looked around. The lambs w

Jesus loves

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Jesus loves is a poetry that reflects the egregious compassion of God. He has given us his begotten son—Jesus, who did not only gave his live for us, but love us endlessly.   JESUS LOVES When your frets fail to cease And those burdens overwhelms thee Your faith begins to wane And it seems like eternity; the breaking of dawn Know that he is there with you To give you peace 'Cos he LOVES you When loneliness begins to embrace your thoughts And then you face the darkness in depths Know that you are not facing it on your own He would never leave you alone Read also:  Agbojedi : a poem on politics