she stood by the sink
washing mint leaves
for a fresh cup of tea,
and while sipping
the morning news
died in an ambush
caught her attention.
The Israeli flag flew
at half-mast as his body
lowered to El-Maleah
Rachamim prayer.
Mother took into her
heart the ancient words,
seared with pain, for
a man she never knew.
(c)Michal Mahgerefteh 2009
In My Bustan
Poetica Publishing Company, Norfolk, VA
I enjoyed this poem. So many of us weep and mourn over those that we don't even know. I am sure that there is an intriguing story behind the poem. It is very interesting because I am wondering who is this man in her life. Is this poem based upon a real life experience?
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