by Bo Kibiwot on Monday, 14 June 2010 at 10:46 ·


I look at you, i'm thinking
'how does it feel to be so innocent,
never worrying 'bout anything
because for you, mama does it all;'
it must feel so damn great.
it's so sad to think your happyness
won't last so long,
in four more years, it all comes to an end
and your eyes, will open up
to the filth of this world.

i watch as you walk, jump around
with your tiny little feet;
your first steps, still fresh in my mind,
the first of many to come in life
some on smooth roads but some will be rough.
i wish time could stand still
so you can have a lifetime of innocence bliss
than worry yourself with the troubles of the world;
seriously, how does it all turn out like this?

i always thought
'wrinkles, are the only negative fact of ageing'
but in time, my thoughts have been proven wrong
because ageing means, 'everyday more filth'
and sadly it's not a part of life you can escape.
so little nephew
i wish you all the best in life
may everything new that corrupts your innocence, be positive.