BLOGS

Boss Lady

When I said:
“All I need is a computer
notebook, and pen
to make me happy.”

He sipped his drink
eyed me appreciatively
and called me:
“Boss lady”

Boss lady?

Definition:
an urban colloquialism
for a sister
who takes care of business
and only needs -- wants --
a man to hold her
in between the times
he’s taking care of business

I smiled,
thought of
all the things
I’ve been called
for my independence
for the temerity
to think I’m equal to a man

Bitch
Ball buster

Funny how a name
can make you feel so ashamed
Akin to calling white liberals
nigger lovers

Boss lady
I like it
It’s running neck and neck
with: “thunder and lightening”

My brothers sure know
what to say
and I love it
when they recognize
that strength

makes a woman real

Valjeanne Jeffers-Thompson copywrite 2007 all rights reserved

This is another poem that I had a lot of fun writing, even more so because it based on actual events. As always, comments and critiques are welcome (smile).