Essence of a Woman When I think about the essence of a
woman the word that comes to mind is “Ethereal”. A being so strong, empowering, and resilient, yet so graceful in ways many can’t understand or fear to do so. Now add a dash or two of melanin and you will see the creation of cosmic proportions - the Black Woman. Black women are the mothers of civilizations. Throughout history, told and untold, black women have been the backbone of families and societies.
I salute the woman who cries after walking into her
I am proud to have been ordained a member of a
I salute the woman who desperately battles with
group who, no matter what they’ve gone though, have walked with their heads held high, and fought
house and releases the pressures of her day.
self-confidence and dysphoria because she feels as if she is not as pretty as the girls around her.
for the rights of their family and communities to just be. Today, and everyday, I salute women of color for their perseverance over the adversities and obstacles this world have placed before them time
I salute the woman who orders pizza for dinner instead of making it...because she's tired or depressed.
after time.
I salute the exhausted woman who showers a few
I salute the woman who feels alone, even in a crowded room.
minutes for the water to hide the tears she sheds.
“You're worth it. You are important. You are enough. and you are loved!”
I salute the woman hidden in the bathroom just to get a moment of tranquility.
I salute the woman who is so tired that she feels she can't continue. Willing to give anything to feel like herself again.
Until next time, this is your girl Javannah saying, “Be good to You”
