The Way I Feel

• Naomi Wilson, Grade 10, Faith Lutheran School
• Poetry
• 2016

Excellence Award in the 'Top Secret 2016' competition

The lightning and thunder, The soft wind whispering to me.
Telling me that I'm lucky, To be young, blessed and free.

The sparking sun, the creamy clouds, Beautiful pictures from the sky.
I love the way they keep going, Even when others lie.

The budding flowers, the buzzing bees, My reliable constant friends.
Because I'm tired of, Everyone being so pretend.

The roaring wind, the crashing waves, Making such a breath taking scene.
It's so nice to watch and take a break, From everyone being so mean.

The mighty mountains, the green grass, A place to relax and reflect.
I think of those little children, With their innocence to protect.

This world is crumbling around us, We need to believe in what we say.
Because if we all stand together, The badness might go away.