Wow, Baba. A simply and nice poem. This is my take on the poem: The central theme of the poem are on the two words, "words" and "voice." The former is a statement on 'something' that is; and the latter is an expression of 'something' on that which is. There is a subtle difference.

The poet sees the words, something that has been stated, for what that statement or writing stands for, and nothing more. However, the voice as insinuated by the reference to hankering, appears to be critical of that which is stated or written. The poet then affirms that his statement or what is written "was not begging for expression." It is just what it is: meant to humor or even to educate.

Baba,  am I close? Regards.

Rene



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From: Baba Jallow <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Mon, Jul 2, 2012 4:54 am
Subject: Just a smile - a poem

Just a smileBy Baba Galleh Jallow It saw the wordsIt was meant to seeIt saidIt was not begging For expressionDear VoiceIt was not hankering For a placeAt the high tableIt was just a tokenYou see?It was worth Just a smileNothing moreThat’s all!  

 
 
 
 
 
 

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