Sisters
Sisters
If you’re a woman, then you’re my sister
Then I should want the best for you
I should honor and support you
You should do that for me too
And because we both are women
This brings us in a sisterhood
We would revel in its blessings
If only this privilege was understood
Women in all lands and places
Whatever their culture, tribe, or race
Whatever their standing or their talents
Whatever their body type or face
If we are women, we are sisters
And we are of a special breed
Leave us out for just a moment
And all comes tumbling down, indeed
And the duty that we’re given
Is one to cherish, and with pride
We were all made to be daughters
Even mothers, and many a bride
We can sense each others’ emotions
When one is in pain we understand
It takes a woman to know a woman
So therefore we should lend a hand
Every woman is your sister
Give each honor, don’t hold back
Be a rock, be an oasis
Keep jealousy and strife in check
Give support, be an example
Respect, correct, don’t undermine
Tell them of their strengths and virtues
Love them, give them space to shine
Just a glimmer can do wonders
In a world so dark and cold
But the brilliance of all sisters
See how magic will unfold!
Wendy Nipas
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