The Children I See

In my vision I see

Children on swing sets

Laughing with joy

Chasing each other on turf

 

In my vision I see

A little boy who falters

Trips over his shoelaces

Lands on the ground crying

 

In my vision I see

A mother that comes to comfort

That wipes his tears

And kisses his bruises

 

But I have met

The children on the streets

With stoic looks

And worn out clothes

 

But I have met

A little boy bullied

By those with more

Than he can afford.

 

But I have met

A child alone,

Crying for a warm hand

To hold in comfort.

This poem is about: 
Our world
Poetry Terms Demonstrated: 

Comments

thanhnhu13

This poem reflects my volunteer experience with an organization known as the Colfax Community Network. It is an organization dedicated to helping homeless and unstable families. As a volunteer, I have the opportunity to help the children of the Colfax Community Network in their after school program. Through this experience, I have been introduced to the hardships these children face. I admire their strength, and am grateful to have the opportunity to help these children. In my visions, I see children who are innocent and joyful, but unfortunately, these children are not able to experience as happy of a childhood because of their family struggles. As a volunteer, I am able to help them escape these hardships and help them experience the joy in their childhood.

Additional Resources

Get AI Feedback on your poem

Interested in feedback on your poem? Try our AI Feedback tool.
 

 

If You Need Support

If you ever need help or support, we trust CrisisTextline.org for people dealing with depression. Text HOME to 741741