The reason I wrote this poem is because for the longest time black women were forced to conform to eurocentric beauty standards to feel attractive to society unknowing the magic & gorgeousness that lies within us.
This little girl grew up despising every part of herself
Her skin, her hair, her nose and her body
She is suffering from internalized- hate given to her by society’s standards
But little did she know…
She is the symbol for prosperity
She brought sunshine every where she goes
Her vivacious hair defies gravity
The sun fell in love with her melanin & no such radiance can withstand her spell
Lips so exquisite to make the white women long for such features
Auburn baby eyes that resembles of a blooming chrysanthemum
She is made to be the embodiment of the motherland
She is the true form of elegance
Despite what the ignorant society had said
She stands tall with diamond crown on her head
High-minded & focused
The girl graciously walked the path to self-love
She now knew…
She is simply magic.
