Fired Up

Last night, I got a gift. I discovered two poets: Denice Frohman and Dominique Cristina. After listening to their work, I am fired up. I am back.

Their energy, their words, their stories, their perspective, their messages combine to remind me why we fight, what words can accomplish, and what we can accomplish together.

These are two of my favorites. Take the six minutes to watch them both – they are well worth it.

“There is no telling my mama to be quiet. My mama don’t know quiet.” Yes! I want to jump up and cheer along. And that last line? Just perfect.

“There’s no right answer, I say, but they are far too comfortable with the right to remain silent.”  As someone passionate about education, “No Child Left Behind” is right on the money and reminds me of the world I want to change, the world I want to see, and the fact that I can do something to get closer.

Thank you, Denice and Dominique for sharing your gift. Now let’s go! There’s work to do.