I’m not sure why, but this poem by Chairil Anwar seems to have a “spot” in my memory .. maybe because my elementary school teacher told me to memorize it.
But I guess I kinda like the poem as well .. somehow I feel it gives us strength and power. So, here it is (with the English translation):
| Aku
Kalau sampai waktuku Tak perlu sedu sedan itu Luka dan bisa kubawa berlari Dan aku akan lebih tidak perduli |
Aku
If my time should come No need for those sobs and cries Wounds and poison shall I take aflee And I should care even less |




wow i remember when my teacher ask me to memorize that poem … it is a good one…