What shall I tell my son who is black
what it means to be a captive in his dark skin
fruit of my womb.
When I dry his tears and whisper yes, that's true
but no less beautiful and dear.
How can I get him to square his shoulders, look his adversaries in the eye?
He will be undoubtful about his worth,
He will stand still and so cavalier
What can I do to give him strength, to lift up his head
in Proud Blackness....
Please know my son,
I am you
and you are me
and(that's how)life goes on
Being a man with the TRUTH.
Reason for writing:
Raising two(2) sons in a dark and often lonely world...I want them to know the Truth! Comments are welcomed...thanks
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