To Kill a Mockingbird

  •   Sat, Aug 10 2024
  •   By Anita Britto, Auckland

August 10, 2024

To Kill a Mockingbird
To kill a mockingbird is a book in which each word
Strongly resonates with how I feel
It’s my Geeta and my Bible which I need for my survival
With a message that’s profound and helps me heal

It’s taught me to embrace my shortcomings and face
Failings that aren’t easy to confront
I’ve learnt you never judge a man until you try to understand
The times he’s closed his eyes and borne the brunt

So, you climb inside his skin and feel where he has been
For you have to walk his road and make a call
Let not his class or race your core beliefs erase
It’s time we built more bridges not a wall

So, when you are in doubt just turn to Atticus or Scout
And be that version of yourself that’s best
Just revisit the child in you and innocence will see you through
A choice that stems from goodness will help you pass Life’s test

 

 

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Comment on this article

  • Rita Fernandes, Mangalore / Dubai

    Fri, Aug 16 2024

    Enjoyed reading Anita.. You have made me curious and have to definitely read the book soon. Keep writing.

  • Nita Pinto, Mangalore / Auckland

    Tue, Aug 13 2024

    Beautifully written Anita! There is a scripture verse that says, first remove the beam from your own eye. Then you will see clearly to remove the piece of sawdust from another believer's eye. ...

  • Rajiv, Wellington

    Mon, Aug 12 2024

    Not enough words to describe, Anita. I haven't read the book yet but your writing and description through this lovely poem does inspire me to. Shall Read it sooner then later. Thanks

  • Jenson, New Zealand

    Mon, Aug 12 2024

    Awesome, Anita. Just a question on the word Geeta. Or did you mean Gita? Well written.

  • Joe Britto, Nakre/Bangalore

    Mon, Aug 12 2024

    Awesome Anita ! So welll explained ! Am going to Eloor Library and read the Book again

  • Lydith, Mangalore

    Sat, Aug 10 2024

    Very beautifully written. Anita.....I loved reading the book and this poem explains it best...i wish all read the book and to understand it better read your poem...


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