My African Hair

By Sandra C. Obiora. © All rights reserved (Written 25.10.2013)

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My hair and I are not always the best of friends.

We sometimes fight, and we sometimes make up.

She gives me all this work and all this trouble,

Yet I love her for what she is, and what she represents.

Photo by Ezekixl Akinnewu

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My hair is strong, and not always sensitive.

Standing bold and unmoved at the best of times.

Proud that she can defy gravity if she so wished.

Yet I love her for what she is, and what she represents.

Photo by Godisable Jacob

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My African hair can transform at any time.

Short, long, curly, afro, just name it, and she will become.

She is full of life and possibility. She is also tough just like I feel.

My hair and I seem to have so much in common. Oh how I Love my African hair.

~ By Sandra C. Obiora

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