Mark of My Faith

A successful person is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks that others throw at him or her. ~David Brinkley

They ask me why I wear that thing on my head.

Is it because I’m bald, or a women - oppressed?

They tell me that this is America and I am free

That there is no reason to cover up my body

 

Towel-head they call me

An Arab from a distant country

If only - if only they but knew

That I’m not afraid to be one of the few

 

I can’t help but roll my eyes and smile

At the reason why they ridicule me - my style.

They think they’re saying it to bruise me.

But in fact is does nothing but amuse me.

 

‘Cuz these clothes I wear

To cover my body and hair

You see, this is part of me

Here to preserve my dignity

 

I cover up because I believe in modesty

My body is not for everyone to see

I don’t want to be judged by the color of my hair or skin

I’d much rather be judged by what I have within

 

Why do they think that this isn’t my choice?

Don’t I have the power to raise my voice?

I’d much rather follow God’s rules and fashions

Instead of society’s - like the Monroe’s and Kardashians’.

 

Us girls are so much more than icons of beauty

We have brains and hearts - now wouldn’t you agree?

Wearing these concealing outfits gives us a chance

To make people realize not to judge us at first glance

 

God has made all of us women and girls

Hidden and beautiful, just like pearls

So our beauty we must keep guarded

And snide comments and words disregarded

 

So for all of you - the minority out there

Do what you know is right and don’t despair

And remember, not everything you do

Has to be between them and you.

Author's Note

Well, this poem speaks for itself. This is inspired by the lyrics of a song and few similarities may be evident. I wouldn't say that this poem is very well written, but I hope the message is conveyed. I very much appreciate constructive criticism; however, hate comments (as always) will be deleted.

This is my experiment with a different rhyme scheme. Instead of my usual a-b-c-b, I did a-a-b-b. I added a little punctuation...does it sound alright?

Again, thank you if you take the time to read and review :)

Reviews

[Suditi]

As i read this poem, there were so many times, when i thought "wow. This is my favorite line" but then i kept on coming across so many of those favorite lines, that it'll be of no use to point them out here. The entire poem is amazing.
It speaks volumes. The message conveyed is very strong.
And you know what, i have always subconsciously felt , that purdah is a custom forced upon girls and women. The sixth stanza seemed to be talking to me, telling me i am wrong.
I love the fifth stanza. I love the entire poem.
Thank you for the amazing poetry.

[MOON]

Free to choose who you are and what you will be . That includes Purdah!

[luna11]

'Us girls are so much more than icons of beauty'
I so agree.
Great poem. It flows really nicely, and it shows that you're strong enough to ignore what others say and do what you believe in.
I love how you said women and girls are 'just like pearls'. It's true.
I love this poem.

[Chesney W.]

i like this....its true, there is way more to us girls than just our looks.. judge us by our personality, not the way we dress, cuz you don't kno our story...a really great write!!

[symmetryAsymmetry]

I fail to understand why there is so much hype about pardah...as long it is not forced, what is the issue??
A woman may have the same reasons to cover her face and head as another has for covering her breasts and private organs! How come no one makes an issue when someone covers her hands or feet?
But, for me the ideal place would be where women don't feel the need to cover themselves to keep rapists away...it's more important to concentrate on teaching men that they should not rape rather than telling women what to wear (and what not to wear).

[Starcaller]

Very Excellent (PES) XD Great Poem!

[~Dragon X]

Why haven't I reviewed this yet? ._.

You definitely got this message across. And more than that, I can relate to this. Although I don't cover full-time, I have covered before and I definitely understand everything this poem talked about.

I love this--a lot. :D Nice change of style, it flowed smoothly and I think it's as shiny as a diamond. o3o I love love love this. Like I can't stress enough. XD Beautiful! It was a great, deep read that left me thinking on my train of thought to the north pole and then to the south. And then to hawaii. Cause that's a nice place.

[Archia]

This was wonderful, the meaning was very.. impacting let's say. I enjoyed the rhythm to this, how though it wasn't obivous rhyme all the time, it was still there in a subtle way so it had a nice flow to it. I really loved the meaning in this mainly, it was great how you did it, and this was a really wonderful poem

[Nima M]

Too true. I've always liked your work, but I think this one beats them all. All the ones I've read, anyway. I'll try to read more of your work

[The XYZ Writer]

O.O Can't believe I didn't review it already??

Good job though Amrah. :) Amazing poem. I especially like how all your poems always rhyme and have a strong theme to them. Such a true poem. Keep it up. :)

[Jasmine Thousand]

I love this, it's beautiful and really sweet.

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