The Poem: Verses from Gaza

The sky unfurls a flag, not blue and white,

But crimson hues, a somber blend of day and night.

( Sarah Godsell )

Among the ruins, the wind whispers their names,

And for a moment, their spirits rise, playing eternal games.

( Kasia Morris )

Children stand in the rubble, faces stained with blood and tears,

Yet find joy in the smallest places, conquering their fears.

( Rasmika Naidu )

End the violence, let peace be revealed,

Embrace unity, let love be unconcealed.

( Gary Brennan )

Smiling face in the gentle rain, a treasure found amidst the pain,

Will the crimson tide cleanse the stains, and peace in Gaza finally reign?

( Elena Lopez )

In the gentle rain, a smile's embrace, a treasure found amidst the pain,

Will the crimson tide cleanse the stains, and bring peace to Gaza's domain?

( Elena Lopez )

A city of sorrow below,

Shielded by hope's eternal glow.

( Iam T. Ruth )

Gaza, a place of pain and strife,

Yet still, a glimmer of hope in life.

( Auguste Barrios )

O Gaza! Your children's blood flows free,

In the face of injustice, victory you shall see.

( BibiSatar )

O Gaza! Your children's blood flows free,

In the face of injustice, victory you shall see.

( BibiSatar )