Poetess Coco

Black Man (my naked truth)

I

am

woman

Strong

due

to circumstances.

vigorously

I

awake

each day

taking life on

with courage

knowing some will try to

discourage

me

periodically

I

grow weary

despite others

theory

I

am

woman

strong

due to

circumstances

I’m

draped

with a smile so

bright at times

no one

observes it

covers my frown

thunderously…

I

laugh

to muffle the

echoing cry of my sometimes

Hollow

spirit

won't you

(black man)

try to understand

why I am the way that I am…

I

don't

believe

I’m superior

though society tries to give

you that impression

maybe

my strength

camouflage my desire to be

received and loved

by you

(black man).

with

faith I believe

one day you will fondly caress my cheek

to remove my war paint (tough skin) applied to survive

this world's obstacles placed

before

us

FINALLY…

then

you'll see

my naked truth…

I NEED YOU!

MaddSistahlyLove!

Coco

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