Another day I’ve waited here,
in horror, hunger, thirst, and fear.
Another day awaiting the German Army’s fall,
pleading for the glorious mercy call.
Another day trapped inside the barbed wire,
Stranded with violence, blood, and gunfire.
Another day with the same shirt on my back,
though it’s torn, filthy, and striped white and black.
Another day mourning the numerous deaths
of innocents begging for just one more breath.
Another day without freedom or joy,
as powerless as a marionette toy.
Another day I’ve waited here,
voiced by adherence but silenced by fear.
Lamar Middle School
6th