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When We Grew Stronger
Shame was not a sin
So we tore our curtains down
And let them see our scars
We cried in market places
And danced on the podiums, tables & counters
We revealed our darkness
To bring forth light
Nothing was left unsaid
No stone was left unturned
We spoke it all, and said the truth
For the truth not only sets us free
But also healed us
Renewed our minds
And in truth we grew stronger
Made wise decisions and took a stand
Said no to pain and yes to peace
Said no to fear and yes to courage
For truly as women and children of God
We were born for greater things
So we give respect and deserve respect
For we know, that true love
Lies in LOVING us not HITTING US!
This poem can be found in Poetry in Exile by Anna Mwalagho at www.annamwalagho.com
About the Writer Born and raised in Kenya, East Africa, Anna Mwalagho began performing professionally at the tender age of 8. She is a true remarkable renaissance woman, an internationally recognized actress, poet/spoken word artist, dancer, singer/songwriter and storyteller. She has won numerous national awards in her native Kenya, where she performed on stage as well as on television and radio with the Kenya broadcasting corporation. Internationally recognized as the “Queen of spoken Afrobeat” and also “Mama Africa.” She has captivated many with her blend of spoken word, African dance, music, acting, and storytelling into an electrifying one woman show. Her theatrical poetry inspires, evokes thought and entertains as well as educates all ages and races. Her music has a unique message from the soul of the motherland. It tells the story of life’s rough but fulfilling journeys. Read her full Bio . She has recently published a book of poetry called “Poetry in Exile,” which is also available for purchase here .
About the Writer
Born and raised in Kenya, East Africa, Anna Mwalagho began performing professionally at the tender age of 8. She is a true remarkable renaissance woman, an internationally recognized actress, poet/spoken word artist, dancer, singer/songwriter and storyteller. She has won numerous national awards in her native Kenya, where she performed on stage as well as on television and radio with the Kenya broadcasting corporation. Internationally recognized as the “Queen of spoken Afrobeat” and also “Mama Africa.” She has captivated many with her blend of spoken word, African dance, music, acting, and storytelling into an electrifying one woman show. Her theatrical poetry inspires, evokes thought and entertains as well as educates all ages and races. Her music has a unique message from the soul of the motherland. It tells the story of life’s rough but fulfilling journeys. Read her full Bio . She has recently published a book of poetry called “Poetry in Exile,” which is also available for purchase here .
Born and raised in Kenya, East Africa, Anna Mwalagho began performing professionally at the tender age of 8. She is a true remarkable renaissance woman, an internationally recognized actress, poet/spoken word artist, dancer, singer/songwriter and storyteller. She has won numerous national awards in her native Kenya, where she performed on stage as well as on television and radio with the Kenya broadcasting corporation. Internationally recognized as the “Queen of spoken Afrobeat” and also “Mama Africa.” She has captivated many with her blend of spoken word, African dance, music, acting, and storytelling into an electrifying one woman show. Her theatrical poetry inspires, evokes thought and entertains as well as educates all ages and races. Her music has a unique message from the soul of the motherland. It tells the story of life’s rough but fulfilling journeys. Read her full Bio on her website.
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