Calling My Ancestors
I call on my ancestors
So they can guide my way
As I walk this troubled night
Into a brighter day.
I call on my ancestors
So they can lend their strength
As I break the curses
That hinder us at length.
I call on my ancestors
So they can guard my soul,
Teach me to embrace the past,
And know what makes me whole.
I call on my ancestors
And feel their presence near.
I’m the product of their lives-
It’s time I raise the spear!
Editor: Michelle Naragon & Shannon Hensley