“often times
and
sadly so.
the death of a loved one
is
the only time
black folks.
can/will allow themselves
access to their full range of emotions.
to them.
daily life.
survival.
is contingent upon
the
ability
to never ever ever weep.
imagine.
having to feel you
must strap your water to your bones,
every morning.”
-
it’s time/ tears are power/we are a mighty flood, nayyirah waheed (via nayyirahwaheed)
Published on July 14, 2013 12:19