Need I Say More

SUNSHINE LADY
As you walk down the street
I see flowers reflecting from your feet.
When you go out at night
you fill the air with neon lights.
I never knew love before, then came you,
a shining star wherever you are.
Sweeter than apple pie.
More splendid than gold.
A marvelous pearl, pretty woman,
and a wonderful little girl.
A man's love revolves
around your world,
Sunshine lady.
Your action speaks louder than words.
Giver of live, mother, lover, teacher and friend.
If I say more, I would not know where to end.
`Precious love, glory divine,
thank you for all the motherly
love through the ages of time.

"This collection by Dadisi Mwende Netifnet is a sincerely written tribute to God, family, and friends and demonstrates his total commitment to Black liberation. In these poems he attributes the positive change in his life to the influence of the Shrines of the Black Madonna and honors those spiritual ancestors who have guided him to this new world of awareness and given him a new sense of direction. He recognizes the necessary part that romantic love plays in life and shows his respect for all women."

Naomi Long Madgett
Poet Laureate
City of Detroit