Water the Tahrir Square*

By Karani Kelvin.

Child,

Do not bother yourself

With those eating beyond their fill

Let them return to the queue for more

Like ill-mannered high school students

Let them beat their chests in pride

After declaring themselves godsend

But behind the bush they’ll struggle

Alone, anguish carving itself on their faces

Remember Tunisia, remember Egypt

Water the Tahrir Square in your heart!

*Still wondering whether the title is ok.

Karani Kelvin sells insurance and writes poetry on the side. Follow him on Twitter and Facebook .