I dedicate this poem to my lovely Mother and friend.
Lil Mama
my Lil Mama is 4’10
but got enough strength to cave a head in
and got enough heart
to make a weak spirit bend
do yo thang gurl !
little lady in a crazy world
you the chauffeur, chef, accountant and ref
you strut like rubies are embedded
at the valley of your breasts
everyone in your acquaintanceship
associates your name with greatness
you are the snare drum hitting consistent beats
always steady for tapping feet,
always ready to strike
sustaining the pulse of the club throughout the night
you are the physician
when your child’s temperature is too high
you are the musician
when there is need for a lullaby
story time is heightened by trips
on magic carpet rides
you make rumbling bellies stop mid growl
negotiating the cost of living
while providing a sense of unification for the house
you are my father’s companion
and my best friend
my journey began staring into your slanted,
cinnamon spliced eyes
knowing that unfathomable love
lies on the other side
my Lil Mama is 4’10
but got enough strength to cave a head in
and got enough heart
to make a weak spirit bend
do yo thang gurl !
little lady in a crazy world
Thanks for reading! Love always, Esha ❤
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