Honoring National Grandparents' Day...

Though it may not be promoted as commercially as other formal holidays, September 9th marks National Grandparents' Day. A time to honor those we hold near and dear. Our first-line "teachers" that gave us both "roots" and "wings".

It's very likely that no matter what your age or stage, you can fondly remember their lessons on life, as well as their legacy.

From care takers, to cookie bakers, to rule makers, they serve an important role; not just in the support that they provide our families, but also in our communities.

In Tribute, here's a poem I penned from the book, "Street Talk and Moore--Poetry for the People"

RAPPIN' GRANDMOTHER

Listen up all you kiddies
Come and gather 'round,
I'm your rappin grandma'
Now dig what I'm puttin' down!

You know your grandma loves you
In each and every way,
So take a little listen
To what the ol' girl has to say,

You know I'd never mislead you
I'd never steer you wrong,
All I ever want for you
Is to grow up healthy, happy and strong

To go to school everyday
And get a proper education,
To make knowledge your primary goal
And daily inspiration,

I want you to listen,
Listen very clearly
I only tell you this
Because I love you so dearly,

Always respect your mom and dad,
Be loving sweet and kind,
Be the best at whatever you do,
And satisfaction you will find.

Pick your friends very carefully,
Never just be a member of the crowd

Always follow your own mind,
Whenever it's allowed

At every opportunity
Try to be alert, bright and fresher
Reject the gangs, the booze, the drugs,
The everyday peer pressure,

Study, learn and read
Try to shun material greed,
And when you're all grown up
Successful and on your way,
I'd like to think in some small part
It was because you stopped to listen
To what your rappin' granny had to say

(c) 2006 A.D. MOORE




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