1. Scientifically speaking, we were the first chicas on the planet. Straight up.
Those mama jokes aren't so funny once you realize that my Bigmama was yours and that you wouldn't be here if it wasn't for her.... Run tell that.
2. We are brilliant. We can read you, write you, tell all about you... effortlessly.
2. We are brilliant. We can read you, write you, tell all about you... effortlessly.
3. We are naturally beautiful and we have style.
Even though it can be difficult finding our faces on the cover of Vogue (and next to your favorite rapper), we are trendsetters. Give us needle and thread, and we'll design a dress for the Queen or give you the most amazing hairstyle.
4. The many colors and richness of our skin. Our wonderful hair.
5. We are resilient.
Damn, they've tried to break our backs and spirits, but it feels like somewhere in our DNA there's music that you can't stop grooving to.
6. People love us. No really, they do.
From young white boys to great grandparents, we are always being 'imitated'. Of course, they usually get it all wrong, but I guess some of it is flattering. Folks are SO inspired by our swag and spirit.
7. The switch. The strut. The shake. The wobble.
8. We can make twenty dollars stretch like the Nile. From food to decorations, books to outfits and every thing in between. We got you.
9. Our optimism.
Despite common beliefs and all that we've been through, there's lots of research that indicates that Black girls, when compared to their white counterparts, have higher self esteem. Although, I'd love to see a world where girls of all races know their power, I am especially proud to be from the group that sees the glass as half full.
10. Our hearts.
We love you, even when you're hurting us.
We pray for our enemies and abusers.
A black girl can will have a dollar to our names, be running on empty- several blocks from the gas station, see someone who needs change or a ride, and more often than not, will give it to them without asking for anything in return. If that aint God, I don't know what is!
We love you, even when you're hurting us.
We pray for our enemies and abusers.
A black girl can will have a dollar to our names, be running on empty- several blocks from the gas station, see someone who needs change or a ride, and more often than not, will give it to them without asking for anything in return. If that aint God, I don't know what is!
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RUN tell that! AND this!!!! Ashley, I LOVE THIS. Want a posterize it to put in Malakai's room:) #3 made me think of Mother. Not only was she amazing with needle and thread, when she got older she could (and would) 'customize' articles of clothing with tape, staples, and safety pins... galore!!!! Thank you for this reminder of US!
ReplyDeleteHey Ms. Washington! Thank you for your feedback. Yes, our dear Malakai deserves this on her wall. Maybe I'll print some on pretty paper...Love y'all.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being a dynamic Black woman. You're inspiring.
I love this!! Can I get this on a poster as well!! Love the background too!
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