“I Have a Dream,” the Martin Luther King, Jr. statue in Riverside California, depicts King leading a Civil Rights march. The back of the statue reads: “Say that I was a drum major for justice. Say that I was a drum major for peace.I was a drum major for righteousness.” Statue designed by artist Lisa Reinerston. Photo by D. Williams on Pixabay
Be wary.
Be wise.
Stand far away from anyone who suggests
that you celebrate anything on April 4, 2018.
It is not a day to celebrate.
It is a day to remember.
Remember how thoroughly dead the King of
Love is dead.
Listen to Nina Simone.
Teach our young to remember.
Remember how thoroughly dead the King of
Love is dead.
April 4, 2018 is a day to remember.
It is not a day to celebrate.
Stand far away from anyone who suggests
that you co-opt yourself with celebration.
Be wary.
Be wise.
Listen to Nina Simone.Poem by Jerry W. Ward, Jr.
Written February 25, 2018
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Ward’s poem is the perfect fit with Nina Simone on this downcast morning. RIP Dr. King.
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Yes…perfect fit.
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Beautiful said. I will try to love one an other more today.
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Thanks for sharing Chandra. I have heard Nina three times in the last few days. Serendipity. It’s a new day….
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Yes! Now is the time for Nina…
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This is so true.. This song, sung by the great Nina Simone says it all. Remembering Martin Luther King Jr – I painted his portrait on the 4th in honor of his message and legacy.
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Oooh…going to check out your portrait! Your work is amazing.
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I’m so glad I discovered your blog, Chandra.
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Thank you! I tried to find yours, but came up empty. Is the link missing something?
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