THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER - By Doreen Cyprian

Written By: Doreen Cyprian

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the poignant realm of poetry, Doreen Cyprian presents "THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER" as part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative piece navigates the delicate balance of societal burdens and the quest for unity and peace. As part of this prestigious competition, Cyprian's work stands out for its reflection on the weight carried by the seemingly lightest of elements, a feather. Through her words, she challenges readers to ponder the unseen struggles and sacrifices that ripple through communities worldwide.

About the Work

"THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER" by Doreen Cyprian is a powerful exploration of societal weight and the quest for unity. The poem's imagery of feathers, wind, and societal indifference paints a vivid picture of the struggles faced by individuals in a complex world. Cyprian's use of metaphor highlights the contrast between perceived lightness and actual burden, urging readers to reflect on the collective responsibility of nurturing peace and unity. Her verse captures the essence of resilience and the silent strength of those striving for a harmonious existence.

WEIGHT OF THE FEATHER

Original Submission by Doreen Cyprian

THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER.

What is the weight of the feather?

If I may ask this Question without gesture,

How much pounds, how can we scale it,

Where wind takes it, it hesitate not,

Without thoughts, doubts it goes,

East, west, it bares the cost ,

Too far, too close it covers the pace.

They say MANY is too heavy,

We can’t take them, it’s steady,

Risky and it sound too cocky,

Excuse my French I came friendly.

Costy and we benefit nothing,

We empty much from what pours back,

Stuck and stagnant is not what they want,

Let’s state the fact and leave not any thought,

What does the feather carries, how can it bare.

Few benefit from the chaos and brutality,

Sheading of bloods, families missing, killing,

Do they care what the feather goes through,

No! they don’t, they cover not to see and move,

Smoothly as long as no one in between interact,

React cause unnecessary accusation of fact,

That will push the public to erupt and distract,

They name it peace and freedom according,

To their own perception, discussion and action.

They need no one to question no one to talk back,

Let the feather continue being quite and dump,

That is their definition of peace and unity chump,

What weight does a feather carry when it’s alone.

Alone feather can’t talk, can’t strike,

Always crying and all it’s wants is to unite,

Alone feather is weak to fight, to get back,

Afraid to be gone without trace without case,

Feather thought it was safe when outsiders gone,

But home became unknown and everyone was alone,

Stronger one made speech sound more better,

Creating threats and cruelity mission more messier,

Feather holds tight, that you know,

When it comes out not from the blow,

But strong removal and it comes with flow,

Of blood and that means sacrifice,

Not weakness but boldness.

Love that refused to detatch easily,

But more forcefully because it hurt not,

Not their skin snatched, bruised, torn part,

Then it makes it ok not much to say or pay,

Mourning, crying irritate them but so small,

Because it’s not them that fall or loose it all,

They are in a happy cage without stress,

Guaranteed to be well fed for ages,

What does the weight the feather carry?

The ones who was suppose to hold us through,

Are the one pushing the feather move distant,

Distract them with coins while they hold mines,

For them it’s fine but what about the feather,

Has anyone care for the weather and weight,

Walking alone makes it fade away,

When it gets to meet it’s member,

Will they remember they are together,

Coming from oness to srangers,

What weight does the feather carry ?

What is the solution from this mess,

What is to be done what is there to confess,

Can we create a safe space for this feather,

Or we will continues placking it more and more,

What point is there to make to state the fact,

Bring the impact and pass by this obstruct,

Can we even move on and be together again,

Sharing love, peace,unity as we did back then,

Or is just a friction dream that is already forgotten,

Admired from those who can ,

Not those who plan and after chaos they run,

Hide, abide, and acting everything is all fine,

Pretending to be liars or this is what they taught us,

Because together is not on there favour,

So few are given a stretcher inorder to press,

This is another form of what we face before,

And on our own eyes history is again repeating,

Are we going to forbid it or sit there watch it,

What does the weight the feather carry alone?

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a distinguished event celebrating the power of words and creativity. It brings together writers and poets from around the world to share their voices and stories. This competition is a beacon for literary enthusiasts, providing a platform to express diverse perspectives and themes. Participants engage audiences with their original works, fostering a global conversation through the art of writing.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Doreen Cyprian for her inspiring contribution, "THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her poignant exploration of societal burdens and unity invites deep reflection and appreciation. We are grateful for her participation and look forward to seeing more of her literary journey unfold.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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