For Coretta

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

Driving down Auburn....

And passing the King Center daily.

Simple brick.

Now they are taking Coretta's body to the capitol.

To lie in State.

They didn't do it for Martin.

They had to wait
to see if it was alright.

To see if their corporate masters
were okay.

With Black People.

With the Niggers keeping even foot
with "Americans."

But they saw the influx from the Southern borders.

The Jungle Bunnies kept pushing
and godamnit, they pushed.

And now they work with us

In offices

And not in our laundry rooms.

There are even black Judges

And Al, Jessie, Condi and Powell and Tiger...

and so many more.

So now we have to have

A black body in the capitol.

Of Georgia.

From Alabama, I weep for you Coretta.

Where you and your wonderful husband

lived and preached.

You changed the world

And became an example

for all to follow.

I love you and your husband,

You made me what I am today.

Good night.

[TomInTib]

1. That was wonderful and on the money and I am keeping it.

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

3. Thanks. I will miss her and her husband.

They changed this white boy in the 60's.

[Just Me]

2. I prefer, "see ya' later".

I love them both so much,...I know I'll see them,...later. :hug:

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

4. Yes, but "goodnight" can also mean " see you in the morning." n/t

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

5. Last personal kick for Coretta and family.

[Sydnie]

6. Excellent tribute. Thanks. nt

[saged52]

7. thank you for your words

I will print this post as I did your haunting words from September 9, 2005. Again - thank you.

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

8. Thanks.... Was that the Katrina poem?

I'm glad someone's keeping up with this stuff.

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

9. Kick for the late night crowd.