She spat poison in my drink
I watched her do it from where I sit
Yet I take a sip
And act surprised
I know what she tries to hide
I know the secrets that are inside
She spat poison in my cup
I saw it all, but it wasn’t enough
To keep me from talking a gulp
Holding my sides as my stomach erupts
Playing victim to a fate I conduct
I melted to a tall tale
Whispered children with the braided hair
Her skin, aged like the earth, brought forth stories on unknown worth.
I melted as far as the oak tree stands
Wine in hand with berry delight
A beautiful sight on a beautiful night
Clear cut eyes crinkle under the moonlight
Whispered the children with the kinked up hair
Her skin, aged like the earth, showed visions of stories never told
And I melted to hear the tale
My dark brown skin and coiled hair, My children!
All standing there
Whispered ‘Nana, thank you for being here’
Written for my Nana Vivian Person
Love you
