Poems of Dr. Omatee Ann Marie Hansraj (Trinidad and Tobago)

 

The Weight of Little Things

The little things that once brought you delight

Now seem insignificant in the morning light

But someday you'll realize, with a heavy heart

Those little things were a work of art

A smile, a touch, a whispered word

A memory that will forever be heard

You'd give anything to relive the past

To hold on tight to what will forever last

Don't wait until it's gone to see its worth

Don't take for granted what brings joy to your birth

It may seem small, but it's the biggest thing to you

A treasure trove of memories, forever true

The little things that mean the most

Are often overlooked, like a whispered boast

But when they're gone, you'll realize their might

And wish you could turn back time, to hold them tight

So cherish the little things, don't let them slip away

For in the end, they're what make life worth staying

For in the smallest moments, we find our greatest gold

And the memories we hold, will forever be told.

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Don't let the whispers of what's lost drown out the laughter of what remains.

This quote captures the theme of appreciating the little things in life and not taking them for granted, while also acknowledging the pain of loss and the importance of holding onto cherished memories.

Omatee Ann Marie Hansraj 

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The Loudness of Silence

Silence screams the words we dare not speak

A language that echoes, yet none can seek

To understand its depths, its hidden pain

The weight of unspoken truths that remain

In quiet moments, truths reveal their face

And words unspoken hold a secret place

Where emotions swirl, and feelings reside

And silence speaks the words we cannot hide

Yet many are confused by its refrain

Misinterpreting the silence, the pain

They think it's empty, devoid of sound

But silence speaks volumes, its message unbound

Listen closely to the quiet hush

For in its stillness, truths begin to rush

And though it may seem like nothing's said

Silence says the words that words can't express instead.

Omatee Ann Marie Hansraj 

#0256  Copyright 2025

The Weight of Loneliness

In solitude's dark and endless night

Lies a danger that can take its toll and bite

Don't let loneliness make your choices for you

Or dictate the decisions that shape your life anew

For in the silence, fears and doubts can creep

And lead you down a path that's hard to keep

Regret and sorrow can become your guide

Scarring your life with choices made in solitude's tide

But don't be fooled, for loneliness is not a friend

It's a temporary state that can have no end

Reach out, connect, and let love shine its light

For in the company of others, you'll find your strength and might

Don't let loneliness define your life's design

Break free from its chains, and let love be your guide in time

For when you're not alone, your heart beats strong

And the choices you make will be guided by a love that's not wrong.

Omatee Ann Marie Hansraj 

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