Weep not African child Smile not As you partake initiation into adulthood. The old ladies will have a wrong perception through their tirade. They will lay a guilt trip on you. Acquiesce. Take this egg. Eat! Like the octogenarian with no teeth. Tour this township Like it is one of the tournament’s trophies won With a bandana of clothes Almost naked The communities will see how matured you are. The men will consider making you a spouse The boys will have a good reason to lust. Weep not African child Smile not Womanhood has just arrived.
Long time bro. glad to hear from you. very educative poem. i enjoyed it.you have re-reminded me of my roots.
ReplyDeleteI love this piece. Keep it up bro
ReplyDeleteIt struck me that one could use a photo such as this one to illustrate the quiet expectancy of the dipo ceremony. Lovely words, beautifully stated.
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