For my name

My name is not normal.
It is not English
Or Christian.
or "American,"
Whatever that means.

I have rarely met other girls
with my Name.

There was I time that I hated
My name
Because it was not Amanda,
Ashley, Jessica, or Cathy.
Because it was another
peculiar name.

Because It is a
Black Girl's name

People will twist their heads
and Ask
Am I saying that right

I thought that people will judge me
for my name
because it is odd.

My name
would mean
Ghetto
Ignorant
Promiscuous

I tried to define my name
and found nothing.
There was no definition for
my name
it meant nothing

Once I had found that it was a
Boy's name
It was an African name that meant
"Friend,"

A man from Iran told me it was
Arabic

I have been told it is a
Pretty Name
It is different
It is unique

I think of Sojourner Truth
who went into the wilderness
and was called by a Higher Power to Change
Her Name

My name,
Is not normal,
but if I were to stand before the
Face of God,
He would call be by
My name.

So I will not be ashamed to say my name,
There may never be a day that I hear
My Name in a soliloquy or
In a love song
But it is enough for me

My name is not English
It is not Christian
It is not American
It is mine.

Reviews

[Bianca]

Whoot! Whoot! You go girl! When I first saw your name "Antwannette" -.- … it reminded me the name of Tamaki's dog from Ouran High School Host Club "Antoinette" A beautiful name. :D I thought you were a fan, of OHSHC when you first reviewed one of my works. :) I believe I felt the same way about my middle name too, though it was my Grandmother's name spelled like Blanch instead of Blanche. I love it now, tho because I know it belongs to my Grandmother, that's my comfort.

Anyways this is a unique poem, the most unique poems in the world are the ones that come from your heart and soul. Keeping on forging the words of your hearts into beautiful poems please!

[Antwannette]

Thank you. Not too familiar of OHSHC, though I've heard of it. Antwannette is actually my middle name, too. I'm glad you were able to relate.

[Bianca]

:D Cool! What a coincedence!

[Lindsey]

This is one of the best and most original poems i have read in awhile. It sounds so natural, it is an enjoyable read. And i love that you never once say your name in the poem. It makes the piece all that more interesting. i also love the lines "My name, Is not normal, but if i were to stand before the Face of God, He would call me by My name." Very strong lines. And the ending is terrific. Absolutely perfect. :)

[Antwannette]

Thank you. I really appreciate your words.