Nagwere Gerald, known as the Virgin Poet is a Ugandan poet, author, editor and publisher. His notable publications include; Faces of Love, Lead Like a Dog, and The Masaka Massacre. Gerald is a graduate Education Officer of English and Literature in English.
I watch my state in turmoil
Yet I'm too frail to stage a rebellion.
Have I not heard men's syringes and berries
Screwed as they moan in pain?
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I envy the moon because,
It sometimes tries to outshine
The lighting of your dear smile-
But my blood rushes with joy
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