THE HAPPIEST PLACE (Poem)

Poetry
Written By Farah Lawal Harris

THE HAPPIEST PLACE

By Farah Lawal Harris, 2024

Sitting on my deck at 2 pm

with a breeze blowing on my bald head,

birds chirping loudly,

and sun dripping all over me.

I stare at the sky

and instead of asking “Why?”

I whisper, “Thanks”

and drop tears as tithes.

God is exalted

and so am I.

Farah Lawal Harris

Farah Lawal Harris is an artist and breast cancer survivor who inspires people to overcome obstacles and be well. Through vulnerable storytelling, writing, and theatre, Farah makes people feel less alone and more able to tap into their personal power to be their best, creative selves.

https://www.farahlawalharris.com
Previous

YOU CHOOSE (Poem)
Next

GENETIC (Poem)