Words Immortalize You Poem by Lubinda Lubinda

Echoes of your powerful,
steady-still but stern words
sent swift soft ripples
past my ear
and down my spine
portraying you as a mother
a voice of reason.
amidst many hearts
still engulfed in racial bitterness,
rage & anger
they soothed a nation's temper

An activist, in your own right
your words brought peace
and justice
they taught us how to love
and respect one another
I remember you not
for the multiple appauses nor,
the numerous standing ovations
you received
but for the noble cause
you faught for

Bearing nothing but,
the simple sophistication
of words
you single handedly
carried a nation's soul
interpreting their feelings
teaching them equality
you empowered us all
to live together in harmony

My heart laments the fact
and that we will never again
hear such lyrical perfection
Maya, May your words immortalize you
taking you onto higher ground
as the angels carry you
past the pearly gates
and into the promised land!