At twilight I saw the night sky
Flash with a light so bright,
It illuminated the black sea above,
Like dusk turned to dawn
On the horizon I saw a ï¬gure waving,
Bidding me to come nearer;
Curious as to what was amiss
I slowly walked towards the strangely familiar shadow
As I approached, the scent of lilies rose to meet me;
Filling my soul with the smell of joy
The wondrous scent reminded me of a past
Filled with pleasure
I recall the tiny red flowers I once used
To make bracelets and necklaces;
I recall the smell of breadfruit and salt ï¬sh
In the warm morning air
I remember the heavenly flavor of jackfruit and mangoes,
Gineps and grapes. Then I remember music,
Singing in the wee hours of the morning,
Sounds from a songbird, bringer of life
Love and happiness; creator of generations
I remember mama, stern yet gentle
Demanding yet praising
I remember mama, the scent of lilies at twilight,
The laughter from afternoons ï¬lled with delight
As the light illuminates the gentle shadow,
I realize that the ï¬gure is that of great great
Grandmother, giver of life and goodness
She stands before me, with a smile to heal all pain,
And reminds me of my purpose here
Spread love, give life, let go, and be at peace.
Share this knowledge with all that you meet
And tell them that I am now free.
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