Where I'm From

Where I’m From

By: Akosua Antwi

I am from the blood of Jesus Christ,

My Lord and Savior, from the red dust

And rich soil of my mothers land.

I am from the blood spilt and the

Unbelievable struggle for independence,

I am from magnificent achievements

Kwame Nkrumah made to unify a divided

nation.

I am from the house that opens its arms

wide for all who believe.  From the light green

grassy plains of Volta to the clusters pushing by

in Kumasi,  I’m from the gentle smile of a

wise long lived long lived man.  From the five sharp

points of harmony.

I’m from the nails that were hammered into his

hands and the thrones that were placed on his head.

I am from the blood that was lost on Calvary, but the souls

that were saved all around the world.  I am from a home

much bigger than most with blessed old men and joyful

bouncing babies.  From the never ending arguments and late

night talks of two sisters, I’m from the pain and hardships

of a survivor, from the willingness and perseverance of a school

teacher. From the funniest times of a light brown eyed lady

and the softness of her well-aged skin.  I’m from the years toiled

for equality and the harsh, cruel words of hatred.  I’m from his

grace and love that continues to shine me.  I’m from those days coming

ahead where I will be with my father eternally.

I’m from these moments that define my being and are the

directions to my soul.