Strength not Weakness

I grew up in a matriarchal family.

My papa was on the road so much I really didn’t see him.

My father had a roving eye, and he left when I was five.

My Mother and Grandmother and GreatGrandmother were the ones who taught me that pure love is unconditional.

You can have strength and courage, but without love you cannot overcome.

To love with understanding and compassion, that’s how people show true love.

Love knows not your color, your creed, your caste or beauty.

Being loving, and showing empathy is never a weakness, and standing up for yourself is a completion of that love.

I thank my ancestors for all of these lessons.