I Wish

I wish the water turned green whenever I walk by.
I wish the clouds formed a heart when I look into the sky.
I wish I could live a prosperous life instead of just getting by.
I wish that life could be so perfect I never had to cry.
I wish my ancestors were here so I can show my appreciation.
I wish I could take a trip to heaven as my dream vacation.
I wish my people were still excited about learning to read and write.
I wish our people didn’t have to be killed for us to put up a fight.
I wish oppression wasn’t the cause for us to unite.
I wish my privileges were heavy and my burdens were light.
I wish Blacks and Whites could coexist in the world with no drama.
I wish more Black women would be called “queen” instead of baby mama.
I wish this poem would reach many without offending any.
I wish the ones who read it enjoy a life filled with plenty.

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I’ve Earned This Body

You see this bulge in my belly.
My four kids did that.
If it wasn’t such a blessing,
It wouldn’t be called baby fat.

That fat hanging off my sides.
It aint’ called love handles for nothing.
I may not be your Ebony model,
But I’m a trophy to my husband.

You see that fat on my back?
I didn’t ask for that.
But it matches my rump shaker,
Which cuts my jeans no slack.

These arms might jiggle a little.
My walk now has a lil wiggle.
But ain’t nothing unhealthy about me,
As long as my tummy doesn’t triple.

Being unfit doesn’t make you unhealthy.
Being trim doesn’t make you a gem.
You’re as healthy as you feel
And as sexy as the slimmest of them.

If your skin ain’t tight,
Hit the gym or ride a bike.
But don’t let those surgical bodies
Cause you to lose sight.

Look your best and feel your best.
Worrying too much causes stress.
Spanks and shapers ain’t going nowhere,
So consider yourself blessed.

Train that waist, shed them wings,
Wrap them thighs and live the dream.
Whether your waist is club 20 or 30,
You’ve earned your self-esteem.

You can’t change everything about yourself.
Some areas are okay, and some need a little help.
Seek natural alternatives instead,
They’re much safer and better for your health.

If it ain’t homegrown, then leave it alone.
Nurture your trouble areas and keep your core strong.
You don’t have to be perfect when everyone else is flawed.
Applaud yourself for being healthy and not guilty of fraud.

It ain’t all about the booty.
It ain’t all about your figure.
Why short-change yourself,
When your worth is so much bigger.

The change is short, so you gotta be smart.
Doctors are winning, not you.
For big ole bucks, you get a quick fix
That doesn’t hold longer than glue.

Even celebrities are having regrets,
So take heed to their mistakes.
Invest more into yourself than a body that’s fake.

If you’ve already made the change,
I’m not bashing you.
Your new figure looks great,
And hopefully the walk you choose.

I’m here to uplift those who are thinking about it
And willing to take drastic measures,
Like taking chances with doctors, who have no public record.
And those who just can’t afford it and hide behind an avatar
Because people might shame and cause them to forget who they are.

So this is certainly not for you.
You’ve already made your decision.
But your confidence was somewhat compromised
Before you made the transition.

Correct me if I’m wrong because I’m not here to diss-
If something other than confidence made you take that risk.
Your reason is your business, and I wouldn’t dare pry.
I just want to help those women who are hurting deep inside.

You make it look so easy.
You flaunt it all so well.
They’re eager to take that risk.
So they too can show and tell.

It’s easy to love your new body.
And strut it the way you do.
But the things some women are dealing with
Are much bigger than you.

Now back to my unfit women and those who are overweight.
Stop complaining about your body and get back in shape.
Nah, that new body won’t make him commit.
And it surely won’t make him stay.
I’ve seen the baddest women,
Get used and thrown away.

Go for the challenge and be a challenge.
Men love to compete.
Do just enough to be healthy because confidence is the key.

If you love yourself, grace your space, and it will show in your walk.
He’ll treat you like a queen and actually listen when you talk.
Let your attitude be on “fleek” and your beauty bars will rise,
When you’ve earned your body, you don’t need a disguise.

Now don’t go clowning skinny women
Now that you feel good about yourself.
Continue on with your regimen
And leave negativity on the shelf.

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God’s Plan

Life isn’t about you.
Life isn’t about me.
Life is all about purpose and what you believe.

Take off the blindfold of lies.
Wipe the tears from your eyes.
Satan wears a disguise.
So don’t be surprised.

Stop putting your trust in man,
For he will surely let you down.
There’s only one you can depend on,
And He wears the golden crown.

You’ll take a fall once.
You’ll take a fall again.
He’ll pick you up each time
And be there until the end.

Failure doesn’t make you weak.
It doesn’t make you less of a man.
It gives you mental clarity,
So you can clearly see God’s plan.

Don’t fret about what was or how it should to be.
Let your focus be your purpose, a lofty recipe.
Composed of one main ingredient and topped with one goal.
Prosperity awaits as your blessings unfold.

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