Saving Our Sisters

There is no other way to say it, but black women are strong, gifted, intelligent and beautiful.  They do not get enough credit in how they keep getting things done in spite of the challenges they face.  Each day, they continue doing what comes so natural to them … making things happen, filling in the gaps and taking up the slack.  In far too many situations, these sisters continue to be the backbone, bread winner, care giver, taxi driver, cheerleader, healer, peace maker, counselor, long and short order cook and leader in black families. 

 

The role and contributions of black women cannot be understated or belittled.  In fact, our American history is full of black women who have demonstrated courage under fire, passion to lead and compassion towards those less fortunate.   In my view, black women have stood the test of time and have been pivotal in the survival of black families and the wellbeing of communities.  President Abraham Lincoln once stated… “All that I am, or hope to be, I owe it to my angel mother.”  And that is also my point as well; I am because of my mother and… she was a sister.   

Let us not forget that in countless situations black women would go without so that their children can have the best in life.  Let us also not forget about all the things they do in support their families, community, schools and churches.  We must not lose track of these facts and let us not get it twisted in the midst of the changing times in the 21^st century.   I know that a lot of people have various views about black women as managers and bosses in the workplace, in the pulpit of churches and in key roles in politics and society in general.  But people need to get over it and move on to other important community issues.  If the sister is qualified and is willing to do the work…so let it be.   “You Go Girl”


Our black sisters should be treated with respect, appreciated for their intelligence and what they bring to the plate each and every day.  They should not be subjected to various kinds of abuse, domestic violence and such.  It is tough enough just trying to stay afloat among the competing issues of the day, striving for more education, keeping the families together, praying, and dealing with conflicting schedules.  You know, I did not make mention for their need to take care of themselves, i.e.… hair, nails, message, shopping, reading and time to relax.  Black sisters need to be supported, loved and taken care of and that is the… last word.