SOMEWHERE

Somewhere in the land of "riches" Near the birthplace of God A young girl is in bondage Mothering at an early age. Taken from somewhere in Africa Near the birthplace of despair Lured by promises of a well-paying job A lucrative opportunity, a better life. Yet, there she is, at a tender age Living in heaven but trapped in a cage Cleaning floors and washing plates Forced into motherhood when it gets late. She screams, but no one hears She whispers to a God who seems absent In solitude, she embraces her fate For where else can she place her hope?