Lockdown
by Collen Xumalo
I am on lockdown in a small shack
praying hard, hoping Mr. Pres hear my cries
no need to send soldiers,they worsen da attack
da hunger will probably kill me b4 da virus does
I'm on lockdown with a monster inside da house
I only feel safe when I play outside
my step dad touches me like I'm his spouse
he took my virginity & killed my pride
we're on lockdown under unbearable conditions
people shout "stay at home" from afar
judging us based on what they see on television
vivid pictures, they can't see our scars
we have been on lockdown all our lives
fighting to escape, see da sunshine & stay alive
Collen Xumalo
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