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Memories of Me

Now I’m old and unhealthy But I remember when I was not I remember when Momma couldn’t even control me Yes, I remember when I was bold and hot! When I was young, I was tall and thin And taking...

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My Man

My man… Mellow, handsome, trustworthy A star Ain’t nobody like my man My man… Romantic, humorous, suave The winner by far Ain’t nobody like my man My man… Caring, respectful, loving My chocolate king...

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Seeing Red

I see you in a dark shade of red I watch you carefully but nothing is said Then something of a maroon nature catches my eye Meanwhile, a red and white rabbit pounces by The violet red monkey swings...

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Take Me Away

Arousing vivid memories of a love I knew once before …in another life…in another time… Caressing my inner needs that were long forgotten Take me away… Take me away to a heavenly place where majestic...

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The Rising Sun

The rising sun — The sun sheds light on all trying dilemmas The sun brings hope to the hopeless The sun is the central source of energy that encourages the dead to grow…the sleeping to wake…the...

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Bird: Remember to Soar

Growing up, my family used to call me Bird. I hated the name and assumed it had something to do with my light complexion and big head like Tweetie Bird. Wisdom has allowed me to grow into that...

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