"So Many..."
By: Oksana Oshurkevych
Lviv, Ukraine
September 2002

There are so many countries in the world...
United States, Ukraine, United Kingdom...
I think that everyone of men
Respects, supports and honors their freedom.

So many languages are nowadays
And every sounds with its beauty
There's no person who complains.
To spread them everywhere's our duty.

So many peoples on the Earth.
And every nation still believes
That friendship gives us strength
So we don't fall down like the leaves.

So many children who grew up,
The voice of heart they always hear.
They have their aim. They don't stop.
That's why the part of them is here.

So many words can now be heard...
Both "Dobryi Vechir" and "Good Evening."
I hope that we shall not forget
The way they sound, their meaning.

So many schools are here in Lviv.
But, thanks to God, you've chosen this one.
It is so sad you have to leave.
Remember, the Ukrainians are peaceful.