Outpourings

I am black by designProud of it by choiceThe workings of my mindAre echoed in my voice A voice seeking to be heardIts message very clearWith every spoken wordI affirm that I am here To shape my own destinyWith fairness to every manIn the pursuit of equalityAccording to my maker''s plan Though many have triedPresenting many obstaclesI will not be deniedFortitude fills my testicles Every challenge I overcomeIs a testament to my willTo be the best I can becomeMy full potential to fullfil Though detractors there may beWishing that I would failI continue striding relentlesslyThis journey no man can curtail