I wrote this for my little sister as she turned life's pages... In the footsteps of strong women, few wear the shoes... Challenged by the new world's impaired views: of a "strong black bitch" You can do all things through Christ, but also shy from some through His strength From beautiful examples of how to … Continue reading “Kid Sister”
“Lost & Found, Lost”
I often sit and wonder... Ponder how to make you mine How to make you smile a while How to make me worth your time Hmm...All women want the finest Shoes, clothes, jewelry...all designer If I buy you that dress and those heels will you be head over em in love? If I took you … Continue reading “Lost & Found, Lost”
“IDK”
If I had a way with uhhh Dang, I'm just sayin' like... For real, you know what I mean right? Me, myself, personally, always get me tongue tied Close my eyes real tight and be outta sight Wish it was easier so my tongue, I wouldn't have to bite No pen and paper, Predictive text … Continue reading “IDK”
“Insobriety”
Drinking away pain...you've been there Withdrawn at times.. No reason why No words to find Consume more wine Now consumed is my mind Flirting with that line And sleeps behind The clock cosigns And races by In slow rewind Now rewind and chime In with more rhymes Why pain's inside But champions hide And seeks … Continue reading “Insobriety”
Just Flows…
When we're together it's Florida hoops; heat & magic....so attracted Hopeless romantics, all giggles and antics... Sharing videos and photos and conversations with no doses... And... Inexplicable like a rose through concrete growing it's.... Against all odds and normalities Amazing how time flies it's aircraftsy The passions & pleasures beyond measurability Feelings fueled like octanities... … Continue reading Just Flows…
Two Minute Pep Rally via Dr. King
He who is enslaved must ultimately free himself... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlvEiBRgp2M&feature=youtube_gdata_player
“Inferiority” Complex
I'm young, gifted and most annoyingly black Should be happy I just don't have to sit in the back, huh? Let's think back to why it is this way... See you tried to break me when my people were slaves Back on the plantation we did all your chores Now I can live in main … Continue reading “Inferiority” Complex
The Conversation Piece
How important is conversation...verbal and nonverbal? I wrote this almost 3 years ago and believe it is the reason why I love Elle Varner's "Refill" so much. We are constantly judged on our speech and delivery both socially and intellectually. Great conversation has won more hearts than mom's apple pie. Endulge...The Conversation Piece... Out for … Continue reading The Conversation Piece
“A Massa Plan”
Today's post isn't accompanied by a nice photo or new poetry...it's cut and dry because we need it! This speech was delivered by Willie Lynch on the bank of the James River in the colony of Virginia in 1712. Lynch was a British slave owner in the West Indies. He was invited to the colony … Continue reading “A Massa Plan”
One In A Million
Charisma unimaginable. Talent beyond measure. Aaliyah Dana Haughton left a mark on the music world (R&B specifically). If you grew up during the 90's, you were an Aaliyah fan. Notice the intentional omission of words like 'perhaps' and 'maybe'. Baby Girl churned out classics that are proving to be timeless. You remember talking on the … Continue reading One In A Million