Poems by Rabab N. Hammoud

My pen takes me places I've never been.

Giving me the courage to express what's within.

A leak in emotions that I would have otherwise held in.

The perfect dose of strength to begin again.

A traveling soul, trembling in the wind. Descending roads and betrayals of kin.

Pause if you need to but don't ever give in.

Trials were built to cleanse us from sin.

Be like the fruit that initiates from a beautiful garden.

Never allow the bitterness of the world interfere with your ability to pardon.

Have mercy towards the same hand that cursed you, ultimately it's your righteous deeds that define you.

Continue to blossom in sunshine and in rain.

It may be contagious inspiring others to do the same.

Everyday that passes I watch the world I reside in become more and more deluded.

An infested works of criminals, disguised as men in suits, leaving citizens blind and secluded.

From the truth that's hidden behind the lies.

It's called conspiracy until proven otherwise.

Destructing immune systems by sterilized food and water with poisoned with fluoride.

The same system that's suppose to protect us is rather suppressing our insides.

Decreasing populations by taking innocent lives.

Distracting us with chaos occurring on the other side, as they discretely pollute the air with chemicals of alkaline.

Once upon a time, there was two beautiful sisters who weren't afraid of the dark.

They endured it quite well as they flowed along their way.

Even when the night was thick and starless, they walked together heedlessly with no vision to those in spite.

Many nights they would lay on there backs in the middle of the path, looking up until the stars came back.

As the light would return and the sun would rise.

Their faith shed a bond of trust they couldn't disguise.

They were much braver then they'd ever realized.

When everything around  discourages you,  remember the deep ocean we swam in, & the days we almost lost our breath, drowning.

When they smiled as we frowned.

Your a dedicated queen that is yet to be crowned.

I hope you always keep me in a secure place in your heart.

Know I've been praying for you from the very start.

I lost my dreams but didn't lose my heart.

Fortunately you were the only one living inside.

That's what kept me alive.

To have the chance to give u the most important reminder.

Their is No one is more capable then you.

You will master this as long as you believe that it's true.

Remain firm in faith, never decrease your aim.

As I always tell you.

Never let the fear of striking out, keep you from playing the game!

I aligned my perception on that day.

I was a newlywed with to much on my plate.

I wasn't speeding or turned away.

I only wish it wasn't me behind the wheel, on that clear autumn day.

I was aquatinted with my biggest fear and I was the perpetrate.

A tragedy I couldn't obviate.

When my front bumper hit the soul of Gerilee Blake.

Taking her life like it was mandate.

They all told me not to cry, that it was fate.

What none of them understood was, what my eyes saw on that day.

How in an instant, my heart would eternally break.

What they perceived as an accident.

I couldn't help but to take some blame.

Subconsciously, punishing myself, I drove everyone away.

Including my companion that took my forever and swayed.

I became secluded and my life felt delayed.

I wrecked what took all my youth to build, on that day.

Rest in peace Gerilee Blake. I am sorry everyday!

I strive to leave a mark everywhere I go.

Whether it be a few words of kindness or bliss of warmth.

So when my existence fades away, a lingering comfort will permanently reside in the hearts, of those who loved me!

My biggest inspiration is to look into the eyes of the one I inspired.

Solely focusing on their situation and how it transpired, no selfish motives or intent to perspire.

I've went down low, stood every higher.

Endured life in a shack, and in an empire.

In both states, I had the same desire.

Inspiring another, was all I wanted to acquire.

I aligned my perception on that day.

I was a newlywed with to much on my plate.

I wasn't speeding or turned away.

I only wish it wasn't me behind the wheel, on that clear autumn day..

I was aquatinted with my biggest fear and I was the perpetrate.

A tragedy I couldn't obviate.
When my bumper hit the soul of Gerilee Blake.

Taking her life like it was mandate.

They all told me not to cry, that it was fate.

What none of them understood was, what my eyes saw on that day..

How In an instant, my heart would eternally break.

What they perceived as an accident.

I couldn't help but to take some blame.

Subconsciously, punishing myself, I drove everyone away.

Including my companion that took my forever and swayed.


I became secluded and my life felt delayed.

I wrecked what I took all my youth to build, on that day..

Rest in peace Gerilee Blake. I am sorry everyday.

When all the doors shut in your face,
Have faith and continue to praise.

When you can't bear the thought of yesterday and dread tomorrow,
Carry on with grace.

If you're the last one running,
Don't look back or slow your pace.

Keep moving forward,
Disregard the pain and aches.

Life is difficult,
With many demons to chase. 

Make them your accomplice
If that's what you need to win the race.

The world has become a bitter place.
Don't become disgraced.

When life pushes you face down,
Rise up and pray.

The judge is upstairs keeping track
Of what you're carrying on your slate.

Live life in peace
And consume no hate.

So when you get to where you're going,
It will be worth your wait.