A Respectful Thank you 10.30.11
By Khadijah Seven
Not many people get to wake up in the morning and do what they love, but I do. When I wake each morning, before my eyes are even in focus, I make my prayers and my day is allowed to begin. This morning prayer reminds me that no matter what challenges are headed my way, this morning I am going to be able to survive them. The challenges are coming, that is a guarantee! Some days it is not my burden to bear but a sister in need, the challenges are still there. I had a dear friend of mine remind me that times are truly tough out there and that people are struggling to hold on, and I had to agree. In my own small circle there is evidence all around me of the trials and tribulations that lay wait for us all. Just as all this was about to get me down I had a thought of my ancestors. My mighty, strong, ancestors! That overcame battles that I would not sign my enemy up to fight. I thought of their challenges of trying to survive in this country, feeding a family off scraps, swimming against the current at every turn, not just on Mondays. I remember a conversation I had with my oldest son Solomon who is twelve. He asked “it seems as if everyone made history back in the day.” I had to think about it, yes it is true but there is still history to make. We all have a history or her-story to create and again, it brought me back to my ancestors. Who not only made history in their time but are there supporting me in my-story. Every time I think of my ancestors it brings a tear to my eye, and a stiffness in my back( that stiffness means buck up!!). I am going to share what my ancestors ALWAYS tell me, they always say to me to STAY ENCOURAGED!! STAY ENCOURAGED through these tough times, STAY ENCOURAGED as you stand on our shoulders and seek comfort in our arms. STAY ENCOURAGED as you shine your light as BRIGHT AS YOU CAN, dim it for no one!! Yes, I come from a proud group of ancestors and everything I do I say a respectful, thank you!
This show was so sweet as many people came forward and shared their beautiful story of ancestral support. Everyone that called in had an opportunity to share their story of love and comfort that they have received through ancestral reverence. Also some terminology and questions were answered on the air so it is a great show to listen to.
"Grannie" Florence Hudson
