Matchstick Poem by nimal dunuhinga

Matchstick

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I was in a remote jungle and this shrewd Lumberjack
Who brought me to this matchwood factory?
These heartless machines break us into splinters.
I was happy when they put a black paste on my head and I thought it's a crown.
We brothers assorted in boxes and sent to the market.
Unfortunately this box of matches bought a drunkard.
And every five minutes he strikes us and lit a cigarette.
We all burned within a day and our ashes cursed the Lumberjack.

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Joseph Daly 03 September 2006

I can only suggest that this is a Labour Day poem, even if you do not live in the States. This is just brilliant Nimal a very power statement made very powerfully.

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Sandra Fowler 03 September 2006

What a wondeful story. But sad in its own way too. This is vintage nimal dunuhinga. Exceptional write, my friend. Warm regards, Sandra

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Tranquil Ocean 03 September 2006

Quite a unique poem.Much enjoyed. TO

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kalubovila East, Sri Lanka
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