"Reflections Of A Little Girl"

As a little Southern girl I wasn't sure who I was or how'd I fit into the world space. Coming from a family of Educator's I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life. Those closest to me always had their say about what they thought I'd be and I followed their path for a while until I had the courage to find and follow my own voice. I liked talking and I loved books and reading. Curious about books learning and what words meant I discovered solus in writing it was and has been a great outlet of expression. Books were my access to learning and words were my friend and a BIG way for me to have my say. Later in my life I discovered poetry and Dr. Maya Angelou's impact in the literary world. I'd stand in the mirror reading and talking as if I were Dr. Maya on stage in hopes that one day I'd sound as eloquent as some of the words she wrote. Her words are a sweet beautiful fragrant legacy living touching history. From her humble beginnings and rise to great heights she showed and scared little country girl that there is a place in the world for me. And the words I'd later write and speak would take me anywhere in the world I wanted to go. I am there! Thank you for the lift my dear Sister-Mother may your soul rest in the Master's presences.