Wish

A friend was to be rushed to a hospital
Then I was just five
Knowing it was critical
Yet I couldn't strive

Boredom swiftly lost like in family house
With the heaviness of the chest
Deep sighs and fear from spouse
Like the one in a hornet's nest

Here comes her husband
Immediately out from the barn and
Obeying all the strong orders
In rushing her to the life dealers

I could hear her groaning
Vibrating out of iron tin
Screaming and moaning
Just for her to win

I became tensed and wincing
So worried that I couldn't eat
I wish I can have her dancing
Started praying for her to make it

Suddenly, I heard the baby cry
Soberly, I wish to beg her someday
Knowing that I didn't try
Now wishing her a happy 18+ Birthday

Effi David
(C) All Rights Reserved. Poem Submitted on 01/22/2021

Poet's note: A birthday wish to a friend after some couple of years that I wasn't able to be of help. Dedicating this specially to a Kenyan friend (IRENE).
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