FROM OPPRESSED TO OPPRESSOR From oppressed to oppressor - Who, me ? Sometimes, when we’re oppressed for so long In our mindset, we become similar, yes we Though oppression is not our desire And our focus, is to be set free When we become free, we shout hallelujah !! What A wonderful feeling ! For you see To be able to think freely, speak freely, live freely What A wonderful life .. ecstasy !! Though sometimes through the changes, our mindset remains Strong, though unnoticed, for you see We have now become oppressor, though we will not admit it And those we command, become oppresse When someone tells you, you’re being oppressive You’re quick to hide, behind your denial tree And if they’re brave enough, to point out specifics You say; it is not my intentions, believe me But think back, if you will, to days of old When you were, the oppresse The oppressors intent, was not your concern Your focus, was how to be free Escaping bondage, whether physical, or mental Is not an easy task to achieve Complete freedom takes A total transformation, and commitment to ourselves, for you see To continue t--- c---- i- A h----- t- a-- A t------- t- u-; a--, y-- w- .. E. V. SIMS |