In our part of the world, this is the dilemma of the youth
Since none’s addressing it, you’ll hear it from my mouth
We’re made to believe from childhood that there’s no hurry
They even say that life truly begins in our forties
We grow up overwhelmingly feeling tensed and sorry
Perturbed, we try figuring things out in our twenties
This is our youth, a period we consider the greenest time in life
Happiness abounds, but the moment surely comes with strife
So focused, of course we’ve got magnitude
But most often, there’s constant lack of direction
We do not take time to shape our attitude
We end up a million miles far away from perfection
Our fears need encouragement and our passions, mentorship
Nonetheless who is the captain to guide our ship
Our youth is a moment of definition and self-discovery
There’ll be a need to take it slow, but then with bravery
We’re in a game of chess against life, and life seems to be winning
Whilst some manage to turn the game around, others will be mourning
You’re not alone in this, we’re all chasing purpose and meaning
Until we find it, we keep aligning, and most importantly learning.
By: Kelvin Kofi Apenteng Bamfo
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Kelvin Kofi Apenteng Bamfo (
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- Comment from author about the poem: It's better late than never. A post to celebrate the International Youth Day that was actually two days ago
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I know nothing , I repeat nothing about International Youth day: but what I do know is that much of what you describe I recognize completely.
Many thanks.
Haha...My pleasure.
A time to be molded and grow it is true. Be careful the shape that you take in your youth. A most positive poem well done
Thank you.
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