Phenomenal Woman Was She (A Tribute Poem for Maya Angelou)

Queen

Throughout history, people thought that she’s a goddess on earth.

I have been known for my beauty,

My style,

My grace,

My class.

I have been known for being

The hostess of the nation

But sometimes, a queen would have to become a king,

Even if it means she would have to get off her throne and 

FIGHT!

Besides, in a game of chess

She moves where she wants.

Mindset

Change the mind from a mind that was

Poor

Poverty

Limited

Closed

Stressed

Slave

And shrift to a mind that is:

Rich

Wealth

Abundance

Open

Relaxed

Free!

He Reaches You Somehow

So, you love to observe art?

The windows of His houses,

Are stained with colors that illuminate His Light.

And tell stories from His Holy Scripture,

So, you like to read books?

 “The Good Book” was printed

By a press from the revolution of Gutenburg.

You like to listen to the radio,

So a preacher does a radio sermon.

You like to watch television?

So you watch the televangelists.

You are always on social media,

So you see clergy do live streams, podcasts and shorts.

No matter what advances 

The older generations think is evil,

No matter where you are....

He reaches you somehow.

Phenomenal Woman Was She (A Tribute Poem for Maya Angelou)

(Inspired by “Phenomenal Woman” by and a tribute poem by one of my poetic inspirations, the late Maya Angelou. All credit goes to Maya Angelou)

She was known for not having, 

A supermodel’s size.

She was a caged bird,

Who was used and abused.

She understood why that bird sung,

In spite of everything,

Still she rose.

She was also known as Miss Calypso

A Phenomenal Woman was she.

Welcome to the Eclectic Mind of Vee

A mind that is a multifaceted thing

A mind that is a work in progress

A mind that is evolving 

A mind that is a rich mindset

A mind that is bold

A mind that is free

Again...

May I welcome you to The Eclectic Mind of Vee!

If You

If you can’t get a job, create one.

If you don’t fit in, stand out.

If you don’t know what to do, do something.

If you can’t find any opportunities, make them.

If you can't find a home, build one.

If you have no money, make money.

It’s better than nothing.

Free To Be Vee

It’s about time

To be myself.

No matter what everyone says.

That doesn't pay my bills.

Free from society’s

So called “expectations.”

Free from doubt and underestimating

One’s own abilities.

We are all made to be unique.

My Hairstory

I’ve sent messages.

    I’m debatable.

Laws and policies have been made about me.

I’m a multi-million dollar industry.

Songs and movies have been written about me.

I’ve been fried,

I’ve been dyed,

I’ve been laid to the side.

I’ve been pressed,

I’ve caused stress.

I’ve been locked,

I’ve been cut,

I’ve been faded,

I’ve been twisted,

I’ve been weaved,

I’ve been rowed like corn.

I get so wigged out about these details.

If I do not have any of it on top…

I can always wear my CROWN.

Just Because: The Stereotype Poem

Just because I’m black does not mean does not mean I'm inferior,

I’m not meant to be treated like I’m subhuman

Just because I’m a woman does not mean I’m a sex object,

I do have a brain you know.                                                                                                                                     Just because I’m a black woman does not mean I’m ugly,

Black is beautiful.

Just because my hair is natural does not mean I stopped wearing deodorant,

I do practice good hygiene, you know.

Just because I’m an American do...

Red, Black, Green

Red: the color of passion, the color of excitement, the color of love, the color of beauty, the color of courage, the color of the blood that was shed by my ancestors and what binds us together as a human race

Black: the color of power, the color of strength, the color of elegance, the color of rebellion, the color of individuality, the color of style, the color of sophistication, the color of Nubian people from the Motherland

Green: the color of hope, the color of life, the color of harmony, the color of generosity, the color of renewal, the color of tranquility, the color of peace, the color of the plentiful natural treasure of Africa

These three colors unite together in the tapestry that brings the representation of the pride of all Africans and African Americans.