Reservation - By Boitumelo Letshela

Written By: Boitumelo Letshela

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Boitumelo Letshela presents "Reservation," a compelling entry in the Poetry category for the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This poem explores the themes of ambition and destiny, capturing the yearning for possibilities and the boldness needed to claim one's future. Letshela's work invites readers to reflect on the courage it takes to pursue dreams without hesitation.

About the Work

"Reservation" is a vivid exploration of desire and determination. Letshela uses powerful imagery and a confident tone to convey the longing for fulfillment and the assurance in one's destiny. The poem's mood is both dreamy and assertive, perfectly capturing the tension between aspiration and action. Through evocative language, Letshela paints a picture of a soul eager to embrace all that life offers, unreservedly.

Reservation

Original Submission by Boitumelo Letshela

Reservation

And yes I do want it all.

My mouth waters at the possibility of it all.

I slumber and I wake, starving

For this dream is simply jarring.

The only solution to my starvation

Is taking without a reservation.

And yes I do want it all.

My mouth waters at the possibility of it all.

My soul growls as if I look at a menu

At a restaurant named “prophecy for you”

I order my destiny with confidence

No care for price it will be paid by providence

And yes I do want it all

My mouth waters at the possibility of it all.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event celebrating creativity and literary excellence. It provides a platform for writers across the globe to showcase their talents in poetry, short stories, essays, and creative writing, fostering a vibrant community of literary artists.

Thank you, Boitumelo Letshela, for sharing your powerful poem "Reservation" with us. Your participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches the literary landscape and inspires others to pursue their dreams with confidence. We appreciate your contribution and look forward to reading more of your work.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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