Notice of absence from NDOU ROLIVHUWA
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Hello, I'm currently residing in a rural area with limited internet access. I rely on my prepaid data plan to stay connected, and I'm running low on data. As a result, I'll be temporarily unavailable until I can replenish my data or access a stable WiFi connection. Thank you for your understanding!
A journey by bus, for many, did unfold
Costing just a penny, but lives to hold
Landmarks passed, like memories of the past
But the bus sped on, its fate to forecast
The driver lost control, and lives were lost
Many perished, in a tragic, senseless cost
Only one survived, with scars to bear
A sole witness, to the sorrow that was there
The beginning was the past, now gone
The bus, a coffin, for lives undone
A penny’s worth, of sorrow, we now know
A journey’s end, in a tragic, fatal blow
May the memories, of those who died that day
Live on in our hearts, and never fade away.
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Author:
Ndou Rolivhuwa (Pseudonym) (
Offline) - Published: May 8th, 2024 04:09
- Comment from author about the poem: This poem, 'A Penny's Worth of Sorrow', resonates deeply with me because it captures the devastating impact of a tragedy on individuals and communities. The image of a bus, once a symbol of connection and journey, becoming a 'coffin' for lives undone, is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life. The poem's exploration of the spaces between words, where grief and sorrow reside, speaks to the power of silence and the unspoken. May this poem serve as a tribute to those who have been lost, and a reminder to cherish every moment and every life.
- Category: Sad
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Comments1
Powerful and poignant.
I appreciate your thoughtful response. Is wonderful to connect with someone on that level.
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