I was born in a land where the skies are so blue, <br /> African sunsets, flamed bright golden hue, <br /> Communities were strong, we cared, we shared; <br /> Problems rallied us, loads together we bared. <br /> <br />I'm proud of my heritage, my life, my homeland; <br /> for those not born there, will not understand <br /> If we teach our children the values we choose <br /> They will follow and walk in the prints of our shoes <br /> <br />Displaced as a nation, no fault of our own, <br /> Our children's seed in foreign lands are sewn. <br /> No-one can take away our dignity and pride, <br /> For that's been cherished and nurtured inside. <br /> <br />In our hearts and our souls, we are all kith and kin, <br /> For we are Africans, regardless of color of skin. <br /> So hold your head high, be proud and true <br /> For this will continue…just because of you.<br /><br />Liz Bedford<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/born-in-rhodesia/
