What matters is the renewing and long running kinship.
Seeking common mission, willing work, memory, melody, song
Marriage is an art
Created by the serious, enjoyed by the mature
Watered with morning and evening promises
Those who grow into love
Remain anchored
Like Egyptian architecture and seasonal flowers
It is Afrikan that woman and man join in smile, tears, future
It is traditional that men and women share expectations, celebrations, struggles
It is legend that the nations start in the family
It is Afrikan that our circle expands
It is wise that we believe in tomorrows, children, quality
It is written that our vision will equal the promise
So that your nation will live and tell your stories accurately,
You must be endless in your loving touch of each other
Your unification is the message, continuance the answer.
2 comments
Wow, this is a lovely poem.
Dear Haki R. Madhubuti,
Thank you for this amazing poem. I have been searching for words of wisdom to my Granddaughter and soon to be Grandson who are getting married August 17, 2025. This poem is perfect, it imparts African history, love, and wisdom.
Many thanks