A Better Life…

in #poetry7 years ago

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A Better Life…

They came in broad daylight
the dark of the night
traveling countless miles
eyes burning bright

they come in all sizes
races and types
many who are good
some not so nice

fleeing oppression or
disastrous war
famines and poverty
they can no longer to ignore

braving the elements
the long trek ahead
forsaking their homeland
their very own bed

some deal with smugglers
risk their own lives
before crossing any borders
many won't survive

seeking opportunity
something not as bad
education for their children
the chance they never had

proud to work jobs
many won't take
exploited by employers
face untold heartache

chasing a dream
they have in their head
leaving their families
the countries they fled

learning the language
trying to fit in
swearing an oath
is how they'll begin

after such an ordeal
the countless strife
all they really want is
…a better life.


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The meanings are real and the fact are going on in this present world situation in few countries .

No doubt about it...

This is definitely a better life. I really like your imagination and your talent

Thank you.., I appreciate it!

Thank you too!

good poem.Very deep

Thanks bro!

Excellent poem always a good time reading your super posts :D

Nice poem, it full of meaning

Thanks @jonas160.., appreciate it.

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