Refugee



Pack a bag my darling.
It is time for us to leave.
Pack a bag my darling.
Place your trust in me.
There is no school tomorrow.
And my heart is full of sorrow.
Pack a bag my darling.
I know it all seems frightening.
Put your big coat on
Hurry now we've not got long.
Chin up my love
Be brave and strong.
Pack a bag my darling
Take 1 Teddy bear.
I know that you are hungry
I've packed some food to share.
Wear your walking shoes
Don't forget your hat.
No I'm sorry darling
Theres no time to find the cat.
Give daddy kisses Xx
Daddies are staying behind.
I hope that on our journey
New friends we will find.
Now listen closely child
Try to understand.
You must stay close to mama
And tightly hold my hand.
Have you packed a bag
My darling?
It is time for us to leave.

About this poem

I was saddened about the current situation in Ukraine and tried to put my self into the shoes of a mother facing this situation.

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Written on May 03, 2022

Submitted by Sarjan on March 09, 2022

Modified by Sarjan on March 09, 2022

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Scheme ABAcddAaefgfAhchijajikcklmnmoaB
Closest metre Iambic trimeter
Characters 764
Words 174
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 31

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2 Comments
  • lisacampbell29
    Sad but very true.
    LikeReply2 years ago
  • abielias1
    A poignant portrayal of this sad reality.
    LikeReply 12 years ago
    • Sarjan
      thankyou for your comment.
      LikeReply2 years ago

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