I was raised by music
The feet-tapping,
Hand-clapping
Finger-snapping
Soul-trapping
rhythm and blues
Kind of music
I was raised by a finger-pointing
Never ever sharing
Always keeping something hidden
Acting like she isn’t caring
Kind of older sister
I was raised by a protective
Hearing is selective
Has been independent for her whole life
If you don’t listen to her, she will bring you strife
“If you don’t get here right now!”
Always saying I’m in trouble,
even when I don’t know how
Kind of mother
I was raised by a healthy
Wants me in life to be wealthy
Taking me ice skating
If I were hurt, he would be by my side aiding
Kind of father
I was raised by music and family
Grade: 7
Washington, DC
Jason Reynolds
Stop SA
Matt McClain