Sistah Speaks

Delta Sigma Theta, Jazz, Plays, Movies, Festivals, Coffee shops, Poetry, Technology, Cool people. My Roots...Identity~ Pull back my skin...down to the bone And you will see a fibrous substance that connects my foundation To the roots of Africa Visions Of pain Ligature marks Abound... To restrain me to an existence From which I came Pull up the muscles around the bones And my form takes place Muscularity Creates clarity As defined by strength, curvature, and tone... Pull up my skin Multiple shades blends Removal of pigmentation From integration Not chastened By masters satisfying nature... It is clear by my light hazel eyes...light brown skin...and curly hair That I was known to be housed for my duties Unlike upon the fields where I wanted to be.. As I looked out the window I could see Tears Fears And separation... As I look within I see Deterioration Confusion And character...which is a process When in doubt about your own identity...pull your skin down to the bone...and you will see..AFRICA! By J. Kim Copyrights 2005..