Misplaced
Latinos are also part of the human race
“Worst place,” they say
as there is not enough bread.
“It’s hell,” they yell
as daily, there are hundreds dead.
Violence and crime
have lasted a lifetime.
Corruption and destruction
make our nations suffer.
Children born with a gun
or children born because of a gun.
Children transformed to mothers and fathers
or children sold by their mothers and fathers.
What is this place?
And what is this race?
These countries, in this world, have been misplaced.
Can’t you see the peace that drowns other states?
Can’t you see they do not share our horrible traits?
There is no blood spilled,
for only in Latinoamérica people are killed.
There is no robbery and no lies,
for water, in the perfect land, never dries.
There is no crime,
for there is never enough time;
they must work and work to earn each dime.
What is this place?
And what is this race?
These nations have been misplaced.
To this world, we do not belong
for we are the only ones that do wrong.
As long as we stay strong,
we will continue to play along.
What is this place?
And what is this race?
Latinos, in this world, have been misplaced.
We are not better or worse:
Latinos are also part of the human race.
Rita Michelle Rivera is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology in Miami, Florida. She is originally from San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Rita has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Palm Beach Atlantic University. Growing up in what is considered one of the most violent cities in the world, Rita became interested in psychology as she observed the impact that violence and abuse could have on individuals’ mental health. She aspires to become a professional clinician who helps trauma victims in their journey to recovery.
