How can we continue Maya Angelou’s embodiment of strength, courage, hope, freedom and action? Her words and voice was such an inspiration for not only African American women, but all women. My sister, who teaches 7th grade social studies/history, asked her students if they were aware of the the passing of Maya Angelou. All but one student, didn’t know who she was. The one student said, “Maya Angelou wrote Phenomenal Woman and I am also a phenomenal woman.”
Dr. Maya Angelou had such an impact on my life. The very first poem I remember ever hearing from her was “Still I Rise.” It literally took my breath away!
What a beautiful Lady! She will be missed!!
How can we continue Maya Angelou’s embodiment of strength, courage, hope, freedom and action? Her words and voice was such an inspiration for not only African American women, but all women. My sister, who teaches 7th grade social studies/history, asked her students if they were aware of the the passing of Maya Angelou. All but one student, didn’t know who she was. The one student said, “Maya Angelou wrote Phenomenal Woman and I am also a phenomenal woman.”
Dr. Maya Angelou had such an impact on my life. The very first poem I remember ever hearing from her was “Still I Rise.” It literally took my breath away!
Thanks Krishna for your post!
You pulled a bit on my heartstrings where you mentioned your sister’s 7th grade students not knowing who Maya Angelou was.
Well done to the mom and dad of the ONE student who knew her and of her work.
Dr. Gia