This poem
Is for the child
Sprinting through the crimson streets
Tripping over the last breaths
Of his father—
For the mother
Protecting her babies’ ears
From the piercing shrieks that echo
Long after the ashes settle—
For the thousands of eyes
That look to the sky
Through acid and smoke
And never look back down.
© 2020 Jade M. Wong
From my debut poetry collection, Glowstick.
I’m still seeking representation for Glowstick, and submitting to smaller presses to see if I can be published that way. I’m also doing research to prepare for a self-publishing debut, if nothing else works out.
I am ready for Glowstick to be in the world. I am ready to share my story and my pain, so that anyone out there who may be feeling the same way and needs to read these words to know they’re not alone, will now get that chance.
One way or another, Glowstick will be published in 2021. I hope you’ll look forward to it.
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This is such a beautiful and moving poem Jade.
Thank you Sadje! I’m glad you enjoyed
You’re welcome
A sad and emotional poem! Beautiful.
Thank you for reading and appreciating the emotions within this poem.
Reminds me of Palestine and that father who gave up his life just to protect his kid … Great work dear~ 💝🙈
Thank you for that comparison, it’s humbling to know my poetry is able to bring to your mind such powerful and heartbreaking examples.
Nah never mention it dear~ 💖
can’t wait for the actual book to come out Jade…
Thank you for the support, Mich!
Ah so much feels. Your words paint a vivid image, Jade. One that we have and continue to see in today’s world.
Thank you, Maria. Yes, unfortunately, despite this poem being written two years ago, the content is still relevant today. Hopefully, there will be a time in the future where we know peace more than war.
Read this poem multiple times but the gobsmacking message brought about by your image does not fade. Powerful!
Thank you, dear Rosema. Words are not enough to express how grateful I am for your continued support and friendship 🙂
Always, dearie <3
Congrats! Hope you pick up a regular publisher for Glowstick! Will be watching for it!
xoxo
😘💕🌹😁
Thank you!! I’m working on it! 🙂
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This is such a great poem describing loss and how others around you can experience loss, too. It’s not just about you when you lose someone.
Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts on this poem. I love that you read this and applied the loss within to how it’s not just about one person when we lose someone. I agree with that statement, loss is truly felt in ripples across many hearts.