ODE: "HAPPY CHILDREN'S DAY" BY SULAIMON KHALID

To every single soul who made it out of womb,

To every being who bear or once beared the name child...

To every young heart that's filled with dreams,

To every smile that's tagged child,

Happy Children's Day to you all.

To every eyes that's watch by eyes,

To every tiny hand that held parent's finger so tight,

To every little voice out there,

Happy Children's Day, may your joy never fade.

To every little explorer with curious heart,

To every early brain with little memories.

To every little head with name yet unknown,

Happy Children's Day, may dreams be fulfilled.

To every young heart,

May life be a celebration, a true work of art.

© SULAIMON KHALID

- Nigeria

The poet persona celebrates children's day. The voice says children are filled with aspirations and love for parents. The speaker prays that life would be a continuous celebration for all children in the world.