Life of An Orphan, by Mary Maobe
Okubo-San, in return for your generous donation to Lift the Lid, Mary Maobe from Pathfinder Primary School in Kiminini, Kenya, wrote an incredibly brave poem about being an orphan and being bullied at school. Mary is an exceptional writer with tremendous potential. Your donation will go toward the building of Lenana Girls High School so that young girls, such as Mary, can continue their education. Thank you for supporting Mary’s education and for encouraging her to write such a heartfelt poem.
As the Founder of Lift the Lid, I encourage Mary to keep writing, and to be assured that her classmates’ jeers come from their own fears and have nothing to do with her. You are a talented and courageous young woman, Mary, who will go far in life if you continue your studies. It is our responsibility to provide the school. Thank you, again, Okubo-San.
Hi Mary, how was your holiday break? Have you had a chance to do any more writing? Many people have told me they were moved by your poem “Life of An Orphan.” I was, too. You have a gift, being able to express yourself so clearly.
Sara
You are a very bright girl and a wonderful writer. Keep your head held high no matter what anyone says or does to you. I wish I could help to take away your pain. Keep writing and doing well in school and you will achieve great things.
Mary, I was deeply moved by your poem —thank you so much for giving it to the world. And may the sun shine on you and on the pages on which you continue to write, giving more sunshine to the rest of this world. Thank you! I am Sara’s Aunt Martha, a lover of well-written words : may you continue to write more!
Her pain as an orphan and a bullied child must be very deep for her to be able to write such an article. To encourage Mary, she must be reminded that the Lord’s attention is on children like her and the blessings would come in due time. A potential great writer, too.
Mary,i was touched by your words.I feel the world should know how you feel and stop mistreating anyone in your situation.I will perform your poem at a children’s home next week on Friday 6th /11/2019.Keep on inspiring us with your writing.