STANDING TALL
Jamie McKenzie
Some kings rule their kingdoms sitting down,
Surrounded by luxury, soft cushions and fans
But this king stood strong
stood proud
stood tall…
And when some spit out hate
He stood there smiling
spreading love
Until it rolled like the sea across the land
Sweeping away Jim Crow
Breaking down the walls
Ringing the bell
Joyfully
For freedom.
The rest of the poem is here.
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Fabulous poem...powerful images.
ReplyDeleteHe was a great man.
ReplyDeleteAnd modestly, I must add that I too stand tall in staid defense of Poesy of the more Fancy and Literaty variety that Today is has become an endangered Species.
Great choice. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteWonderful poem! Thanks for sharing it. I think I'll add this to the ones I share with the kids in my poetry workshop.
ReplyDeletePerfect and fitting for the remebrance of MLK Day.
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