Hijab is an Emotion

Many associate the hijab with oppression

Little do they know, it is my decision

I get to choose the style I wear

Bold and bright colours as I dare

Day one of my new job, I wore it green

Symbolic of new beginnings, what else could it mean?

Connection with nature and its continued growth

The same in my career, I wouldn’t break my oath

The day of my first travel, I wore it yellow

Looked out the plane windows to the clouds, I bid hello

Just like the sun, I brimmed with excitement and energy

Moments that matter, forever stored in my memory

Eid, the biggest celebration of the year

My hijab sparkled to bring on the festive cheer

Like shiny stars, the silver stood bright

Welcoming good vibes, happiness and positive light

The day I lost someone close to my heart

I felt so empty, like my soul had depart

I donned blue like the tears my eyes shed

Sadness, depression and an abundance of dread

The hijab has many misconceptions

Through a single cloth, I sport many expressions

Don’t focus on just the veil on my head

The colours I wear leave so much unsaid