Once I was free

[Dantay1]

To remember a time when I was free

To reminisce that time when I was free

I could run I could do and I could be

 

I had what men strive for

I had what men fight for

Without struggle I gained my freedom

 

I could soar I could roam

I was equal to all below none

 

I had the blessings of my elders

The love of my siblings

The respect of my comrades

I was chosen blessed for I was free

 

Freedom didn’t bring prosperity

I thought I had something yet I learned nothing

Time went I grew arrogant

I took it for granted and forgot the lord

 

Now hollow words I speak for I am not

I am saddened for I have lost

I am no longer in my home

I am no longer able to hide away and be alone

I am old sad heart broken

My sight is distant, around me whispers are spoken

No longer in control

Family aren’t around me to console

 

Why they feel sorry for me

I want none their sympathy or compassion

I was free once and I have my memories