All Hair

Celebrate versatility, of every ethnicity
Un-marginalise, break social exclusion, transcending illusions
A streaming subject that runs deep
Of chemical appliance, let go of the defiance
Un-tick the boxes, esteeming all, tear down the walls
A part of applauded appearances, let it go, let it be
Yield the root of the matter

Is it about good or bad? Or embracing what you have
With gratitude be glad
Set your own standards and expectations
The representational, be sensational
A headed glory, create your own story
To raise or lay down, finding YOU – be found
Twists, dreads, braids, outer beauty fades

Curly, wavy, straight, close the divide
No preference of side
No greater pick, fine, medium, thick
Long, medium or short, in spite of what is bought
Towards evolution, be your own solution
Of the inner voice, your personal choice
Hair is a journey, whether late or early

Whether young or old, inner value can’t be sold
In the midst of society, establish your priority
Of inner health, let that become your wealth
Accept yourself
Taken chances, of blessed finances
No worse or better, be your own trend setter
There’s every kind of beautiful, un-throne the judge

Unborn fears, traced back through the years
Your personal connotation, comprehend the relation
The way to be true, find your inner you
Of yours, of mine, hair does not define
Of no preference, a walk beyond difference
Inner realisations, natural formations
To tame for fame

Behold victory, realise your history
Un-ravelled vanity, embrace humanity

Written by Geraldine Taylor ©?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Thomas Avatar
March 11, 2018 at 8:32 AM
It's 'about' what makes that individual person happy; it's about personal taste and even mood. The flow is great here.
Williams Avatar
August 9, 2017 at 8:28 PM
Great for spoken word. Grammar check, "The representational, be sensational" but all in all a very nice poem.
Noble Ayi Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 10:05 AM
Great piece . Wow. You have done well. We have to be proud of ourselves and stand for something. Keep it up.
Lee Sr. Avatar
July 9, 2017 at 11:10 PM
Well done young lady. I shall call you with this write Little Maya(Angelou) Truly well versed. As a man I briefly feel the burden of the plight Of the hair drama . Beautiful. Write ON Don't ever stop writing, " There's praise in words and words in praise " James Edward Lee Sr
Schwartz Avatar
July 9, 2017 at 8:51 AM
Great Write, Love it .. So true how beauty fades , let us be judged by our deeds and Love for others :)
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