I do not condone stereotypes or labeling of any kind. We are all one and if we accepted this, there would be peace and healing at last. Thank you for this message, Cynth'ya. Love and peace to you,

Regis

good job U R here to inspire others U to lead U to exemplify U to call to someone's attention because, among other things, U have a flight plan! thanks for sharing

Ecxellent writing; very well done! Interesting observations here!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

You have a beautiful voice! :)

Oh, my goodness! I've never thought that. Your voice is warm, inviting and a pleasure to hear. Does it sound white? Black? Who cares? As long as I'm talking to YOU, it doesn't matter. :) Ignorance on the part of those who would say something like that............spot on excellence in powerful verse; well done!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

I can definitely feel you, Cynth'ya. I used to be told the same thing about my phone voice. It was the price I paid for growing up in a home where education was stressed and ettiquette was emphasized.

i abhor sterotypes and assumptions ...

powerful pen ...

You always know how to cut to the chase, Cynth'ya...powerful writing

peace, Carole

A powerful Offering Cynth'ya!!

Happy New Year to you and yours!!

Love Tinka

In a way, I am uncomfortable commenting on this because coming from "a white woman" it just doesn't feel right to say, but you are absolutely correct, Cynth'ya. It really isn't about black or white, it is about pride and about ethics, and it is about how we teach our children. Money doesn't buy integrity or a ticket to heaven, we must live our lives in a certain way if we want those things and we should try to set a good example for all who cross our path. We also should pattern our successes from those we can relate to, who have achieved success. Ignorance abounds, no matter the color of one's skin and opportunity is there for all who work for it and believe in themselves enough to achieve it. Above all, we must never forget those who have dedicated their lives to improving our life situation and our opportunities, but if we don't reach for the golden ring, we won't get another ride on this merry-go-round that is life. Excellent poem! Happy New Year to you and your family.

Take care,

Sherry

You know, as one who's also been told "you sound white," I've got a lot to say on this. Even posted it here, but then deleted it. You've written a strong poem here, C. ~~Nordette

wow...you've got me thinking

Susan

Such a powerful write...and one that rings true, it is a shame that people feel this way. It is a shame that many have to see the people through glasses made of ignorance...we are all God's children no matter the color of our skin, where we were born, or who our ancestors are, for we are all brothers and sisters in the Lord. Very good write, glad I stopped by.
Blessings,
Joyce Bowling

Cut'n Cynth'ya,
I like this. To me, it speaks to our people. A lot of us think that we've "arrived", but we haven't "arrived" at all. We've forgotten about the people who have "sacrific'd & paid the price". Our "own irresponsible indulgence" has made us believe that we achieve success if a Lexus and as an Escalade are parked in the driveways of our $500,000 homes in the burbs. But at the same time, we can't tell our own kids about the accomplishments of people like Carter G. Woodson, Sojourney Truth, Ida B. Wells, Frederick Douglass, and even people in our own family trees who worked hard, because we are too engrossed in materialism, as if this is what happiness is all about. Then, we watch the news, listen to the radio, and even observe happenings in our own community and see that too often, we are moving backwards! It's nice to have "nice things", because God does bestow many blessings. However, what are we going to do to improve things psychologically, spiritually, and economically in our own community while we are enjoying those many Blessings?! Does He not want us to be a blessing to others?? Great poem...definitely pass it on Cuz!

Cynth'ya, What you've written sounds to me like an indictment of many people of many races. Not All, though!
God bless those who "sacrificed and paid the price"
and God help "'EM" to open their eyes and change their ways.
Poetically, I think this is a very good write; I especially like the descriptive line, "pioneers in spite of fears" -- it calls forth an image of the brave individuals who still stand up for what's right.
How terrible for anyone to demean a whole race of people by wicked, degrading words.
Great work, Cynth'ya! (I like your rendition of your first name, too. and btw, I have a daughter Cynthia/Cindy)

Sincerely,
Connie

A beautiful poem. It's a pity we still live in a world that the colored of our skin makes people run for cover, denied our presence and under-estimate the brilliance we possess; but as one would say "WHATEVER." I say, think what you want to think, and do what you want to do, because in reality we are smarter than they think, and we have contributed to the Great America. Thanks for the beautiful poetry, well deserved to read.