Music

Music is a melody of joy
That takes hold of me

And helps me to dance

The dance of wondrous song

Music is a comfort to me

When life seems overwhelming

And I can't seem to move on

But it gets me up and my feet move freely

Music is a stimulator for my soul

That pushes me to let it go

While I move my feet to go forth

To express my ancestors with pride

Music is a reminder of years gone by

When my feet could move all night

Without my breath seeming short

And my smile spreads all over me

Music consoles me when I feel down

And it comforts me to know I am cared about

While I may drop a few tears

But I know it will be fine

So, music always be there

As I walk this path

And push me to dance with ecstasy

And know I am blessed by You!

                             © Hilda Ward, 2013

Ashanti Akan Cultural Adowa Dance Group
Photo: Wikimedia Commons,  by Brendan