Refugee
Refugee
Like a butterfly
I am caught
between the fly-screen
and glass door
through a veil of tears
I see freedom
but cling to the bars
and want more…
Refugee
Like a butterfly
I am caught
between the fly-screen
and glass door
through a veil of tears
I see freedom
but cling to the bars
and want more…
flight flyscreens freedom noexcape poetry refugee romance trapped
I agree with Tom In its less is more and stated so well. Love it
Hi Frances,
this piece is excellent in it's brevity.
The words seem fragile, as is the very nature of the refugee's existance, a technique which carries the message beautifully.
David RL Moore
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Frances Macaulay Forde
Tue 14th Apr 2026 17:39
Thank you, David & Martin for taking the time to read my words and your kind comments.
Also, thanks to those who kindly sent flowers... :-)