Lean against the wall,

feel my mind crying.

Hear  again the call

on the marae.

Hear again the wailing,

sobbing.

Feel the warmth of arms,

greeting.

“Kia Kaha”   many said,

and so I was strong

But yesterday pulled

all my unshed tears

through my heart again,

filled my brain

with pain

December 2000 JAAF

(kia kaha = be strong)