Me and My Naturality
by Maryee
written 1-3-06
I think my hair is fine
I don’t know about anybody else, but…
I love to run my fingers through my hair
I love to twist it
Wiggle each lock round’ my finger
Take my time
Enjoy this natural creation
A gift from God
Something I’ve gladly learned to finally appreciate!
You know, me embracing me
And my naturality
I love to walk into the bathroom
standing flat footed in front of the mirror and just
Look
Stare
Gaze
Admire
Sometimes, I will admit
I get mesmerized by my hair
So there!
No grease
No gel
No glob
No goo
No tracks
No Kanekalon or Syn
No strands
No more BURN BABY BURN
Stinging my skin
That old way of thinkin' was killin' me
Are you feelin' me?
No LYE and No More LIES
Today I tell the TRUTH…
You know, about me embracing me
And my naturality
Sometimes I just shake my head
and let the locks dance across my face
A big ole’ smile covers from ear to ear
A smile so big, no one can erase
A feeling so deep, I’m now in my true space
It is allllright with me
Free to be Natural
Free to be ME
Loosed from those unseen chains
That once shackled me
You know, me embracing me
And my naturality
Ooooo Weeee!
Ain’t it just great to be FREE?
15 comments:
I love the poem! The pics add a great visual of the feelings you were trying to portray.
Very nice locs too!
ENCORE, ENCORE!!I love the poem, I love the locks. Absolutely gorgeous Maryee. It feels damn great to be freeeee.
Maryee-
I love this! Your poetry and your hair is quite exceptional. Thanks for sharing!
KLW
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE your poem. Very funky. Sounds like a song...
I wrote a poem a while back, but I misplaced it. When I find it, I'll share it with you.
Too deep, too true, too righteous...and oh so nicely done! You captured the pure joy of being natural and Sisterlocked. I know 'cause that's exactly how I feel and what I do. We are indeed locked in sisterhood my friend...Blaq
Love it,love it, love it!
go head Maryee, preach! That poem is so very warming inside. Thanks for sharing!
Ahhh now that was a refreshing read! I really liked it. I could place myself in each moment of the poem.
Thanks,
Tra
Wonderful poem!
And, wow!, your locks look fabulous!
I love your words. Your locs look great. I am liking the two-tone color.
Yes it is, so great to be free! I love your poem, I'm sure it sounds great performed on stage!
Your hair looks beautiful. I only which I had documented my hair transition the way you have.
Shelocksme, Vee, Tanya, KLW, Blaqkofi, LaChanda, Detra, Jazzilocs, Tra, Brunsli, Ree-C, Ghana_girl, Chi-Chi, Tracey, and Salkis,
Thank you so much ladies for your kind feedback. I had fun writing it and adding photos to it just the same.
I'd like to write more on my hair, but unfortunately it only comes by sheer inspiration. Let's hope I get inspired more soon!!
I'll be uploading more of my poetry either on my website or on my blog soon!
I think I'll submit it, photos and all to the Sisterlocks Magazine. We'll see!
Thanks again ladies!!
I loved it, I Loved It, I LOVED IT!
See your poetry is still affecting hearts today 3-12-2007. I am glad you were inspired to write it and then share it. I wonder if you actually submitted it and whatever became of it?
Sis. RJQueen10
I have been so busy, I forgot all about submitting the poem to the SL magazine. I'll have to check into submitting it. I think it still holds true today. Blessings to you all in your free and natural journey.
Maryee
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