We Are Strong and Wise

This recession has hit America hard, so I thought I’d pull some of my old poems out as a method of encouragement for my Black brothers and Sista’s. Enjoy.

For the Bro’s

PHENOMENAL BLACK MAN

Although inflicted with many injustices I still rise; upon my broad powerful shoulders, I carry my family, aspirations and my pride. I am a warrior blazing the trails of success. The leader of family, friends, and tribe I once was crowned with jewels, land, and pride. Society has tried to strip me of my manhood, my dignity, my religion and pride; offered to me inaccurate convictions and images, but yet my roots are planted firmly, my courage still strong and my head held high. I am a Phenomenal Black man and still I rise.

The hunter yet the hunted still never truly trapped, it's the swiftness in my pace, the wisdom in my intellect that keeps me unafraid of the obstacles, affliction, and contempt. My culture dictates my legacy I am father, I am husband; the provider, the educator and the comforter. It is through my story telling and my example that my children will know that I am Phenomenal Black Man and still I rise.

Phenomenal Black Man powerful and wise; For I am the strength, the leader, the hope and the future. I am the symbol of all.

I am a Phenomenal Black Man, and still I rise.

For the Sista’s

MAGNIFICENT BLACK WOMAN

I am ebony, cocoa, coffee cream, chocolate, and spice. I am a Black Woman a Magnificent Sight.

I create such a stir whatever I do. Attracting stares of astonishment, it's the distinction of my stride, and the conviction of my voice. I am a Black Woman a Magnificent Choice.

I am Fire, a burning desire to be the best, a single mother achieving ultimate success; Marching to the rhythm of my personal drum. Steadfast as I nurture my children it's a job that is never entirely done. Oh yeah, I am a Black Woman a Magnificent One.

I am Ice, a craving brilliantly complete curves and angles so smooth and oh so sweet to experience my love is a rate and special treat. I am a Black Woman a Magnificent Feat.

I am Wind, a breeze tenderly, caressing and embracing each degree of life. In one puff, I will cool you on the hottest of nights. Just a draft can motivate, inspire, and enlighten. I am a Black Woman a Magnificent Wife.

I am water, touching every corner of the earth; I am mother but accepted at times as father, teacher, and lover. I infiltrate every aspect of life I take on new and different roles each time I give birth. I am a Black Woman The Magnificent Mother Earth.


We can make it through our struggles we are strong and wise....




Just the way I see it.
Until next time,

Nay-Nay