From the collection Kindred
Na Ku’da –
Where did you learn such grace?
How do you walk so unhurriedly,
As if the wind is your invisible usher?
And these ŋaalia adorning
The brilliance of your black opal skin,
Why are they more enchanting
Than diamonds can ever dream be?
Na Muni –
Where did you find such poise?
How do you stand so majestically,
As if sun rays are your adoration songs?
And that tyuli highlighting
The splendor of your tightly curled crown,
Why is it more attractive
Than hair weaves can ever aim be?
Na Tali –
Where does the well of beauty lie?
How do you glow so effortlessly
As if the fountain of youth is your private spring?
And these white kala multiplying
The intrigue of your genial smile,
Why are they more entrapping
Than sophisticated words can ever dare be?
Apuk Ayuel Mayen 