By Shazzar Kallie
Maya, marvelous, magnificent and
meaningful
Are words that evoke the essence of precious art.
The beauty of these words enrich the soul
To the point of striking bull's-eye with a poetic
dart.
Abiding through life; you've experienced
great joys and pains.
You're an elegant, enamored ebony flower with a genuine
gold stem.
Your prevalence in hearts of mankind shall forever
reign
As you enrich and enlighten the world with your literary
gems.
Young and old people shall gather
together in your name
To praise the achievements of the most inspiring woman
known.
On the wind beneath the wings of doves is from where
you came,
As you will inspire a nation to let love, peace and
unity be shown.
Angelou is amorous and angelic
as the word angel itself,
Because you're like a heavenly spirit nurturing our
spiritual health.
As I walk my path of life I'll never leave my mind
on a shelf,
Because with an inspiration like you, I have an inspirational
wealth.
© 1993
