The green leaf will dry
and fall from the tree.
The grass will also wither,
helplessly.
So too, shall I die.
Then, set my body on fire
and pour the ashes
in a bottle.
Place it in the hollow of the
leafless tree.
Do not bury me under the earth,
where worms and maggots
would eat my dead body.
But remember me in pictures,
and footprints on your hearts.
Photo by Allec Gomes on Unsplash
About The Author:
Oladosu Michael Emerald is a young poet, writer, artist and rapper. He has a silvery voice that etches in the heart of his audience. He has his works forthcoming in magazines and blogs.
Facebook– Michael Emerald
Twitter– @GemmyEmerald
Instagram– @emerald_poetree
A melting pot of profound African literature and Lifestyle.
Poetry.
Fiction.
Creative Nonfiction.
Health Journals.
Photography
Be First to Comment