Yes my son finally won and I was sitting with my grandchildren and talking on the phone with Mrs. Claudy. Mrs. Claudy was my friend since I came out of college. She was a good friend and she advised me on my career. She inspired me to run. We were young and feminists. We were driven by that platform and we party too to that platform. I remember Mrs. Claudy was my best friend. And we did everything together. I knew everything about her and she knew everything about me. And I would tell her about my big problems. She was always reliable. And now we both have grandchildren. We both have our own lives but we reached out to each other every now and then. When I heard my son say my name on live TV with his wife and Vice President standing with him, I almost drop the phone. And I told Mrs. Claudy who was congratulating me that I can't serve again. I can't serve in the government. I resigned like twenty years ago. I haven't even considered running or serving. And Mrs. Claudy reminded me that she had military family. And she would talk about how they served. And I said Della Claudy I understand your position but I have to think about it. And Mrs. Claudy knew when I talk like that political that I really was uncertain. And so after sometime, my son called me but I was avoiding him because I did not want to serve. I would put my phone on do not disturb. And finally he came out to me saying you know Mom I know you watched the news. You are the First Grandmother. And I did that because you were my main supporter. I need you in Congress and I need you in the White House. We come so far. We did so much. And I still was minding my own business. And he sought the Secret Service a distance away and he said Mommie would I hurt you? Would I put you in an compromising position. You can do this. I believe in you. I need my mother. I need the woman who bear me. I need the woman who footsteps I am walking in. And I warmed up but I said Bernie you can't butter me up. I don't want to be involved. Those people torture me, they intimidated me, they persecuted me. How could you expect me to go back? What I did for you with Harold Senator Forge was a one time deal. I did not want you to expect me to go into the White House. And Bernie turned, sad and desperate and left in his car. And I looked worried and distraught. Eventually Bernie's wife came, Cindy saying You love our children. You love me and you love Bernie. You are still alive Mother Betty. And they did not break you. You are stronger than ever. And your son need you. Your son is begging asking you. And why would you turn away remember the country, remember the union remember the party. You still owe it to them. You still are indebted to the people. And I told Cindy after she convinced me that I would do it. I finished golfing with Mrs. Claudy and our cadies were friends. And Mrs. Claudy asked if I took the job. She said retirement is hell boring as hell and sometimes I think some people wait to die or spoiled the hell out of their savings. Betty you can lead us to better benefits. You can show that we still got it. Betty do it for all of us. And I drink a little and reminded Mrs. Claudy of our college days. Bernie and Cindy was waiting for me in Washington D.C. I came on a helicopter issued by the President my son. And I hug and shook hands with the President and the First Lady. And I told the press simply, You mess with President Bernie, you mess with me. Not only because he is my beloved son but also because he is a good president and he wants to restore the union the way it should have been hundreds of years ago. And that is the most honorable thing I could think of. He is my President and your President.
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Matthew Primous
I am a Black Scholar, International Scholar, & Google Scholar, & 3-Time Eber & Wein Best Poet., Nominee for Poet of the Year, 2020 Black Author Matters Winner, 2 time Akademia Excellence Essayists,& 2022 Honorary Muckrack Journalist.
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It was my mother's funeral, Queene had died. And my father, Benji died before that. Relatives and friends alike came to wail the loss. And they wore their fancy clothing and embrace one another. I was there with my family the doctor I married was still the beautiful woman I loved. And she gave me a daughter named Zula. And Zula was an exact epitome of her grandmother Queene. She was beautiful and smart and talented. We were there with relatives and friends alike. And we sung the songs of our people Oh wa Oh wa Oh wa nay nay nay shaba. And then the song Doah doah doah shaba shaba shabha Dah na. Then the song wah wah wah naba wah wah wah naba shaba shaba shaba ra. And I testified as Maco their son about my mother's life and father's life and their love and hardwork. I was hoping to see my brother Tarack but I did not see him. So I went on talking about their love story and the lives that they touched. And how much they meant to me and my family. I was just about to finish when Tarack came at the last minute. And he did not want to speak. He just cried like a child and broke down saying Mama. After I introduced my daughter Zula and Tarack was glad to say he was her uncle. And hug me and my wife the doctor. And the Doctor said you made sure you are staying out of harm's way and doing everything to maintain your health. And Tarack was shocked but she laughed and said that's my profession, it's a profession joke. Tarack smiled and said My niece look like my mother. I guess you did pick the right woman. I was shocked that Tarack gave a compliment like that. And he left and I looked at my wife and I was wondering what Tarack was up to because he said that abruptly. And I tried to catch up to him but I could not he escaped. It bothered me what he said and I wanted to know the meaning behind it. Did my brother want a family? Was he having family issues? Does he have a child? And my daughter Zula said she would go out and find her uncle. She said Uncle Tarack doesn't live far from here. I just need a few protectors' father and I can go. I at first objected to it but her mother convinced me to let her go saying she is young and grown. She needs adventure. So I gave my okay. And she kissed me and hug her mother and got ready. I told Shobat our servant that if anything happen to her it would be his head with the rest of the men because she is my only daughter. And Zula waved and went into the mountains and she look back one last time and kept going. After days and days of travelling, Zula believed they were wondering and she saw a man hunting and called for him. He said hi my name is Gacobs. And Zula introduced herself and said he looked familiar. And she asked him if he ever heard of Tarack. And Gacobs said while making them dinner, there is a story about this warrior who roam around here. This warrior was in loved with nature though he was very handsome and old. He would run with the cheetah. He would play with the lion. And he would ride the zebra. And he would chase the heines. And he was one with the nature but nobody knows what happen to him. Zula said I think you are talking about my uncle and his name is Tarack. Zula asked his story. And Gacobs said my father left my mother when I was young. He left after teaching me how to hunt and fish. He left after teaching me to walk and play. He loved animals but that's all I know. Then something was happening with the animals, they were running the next day early. And Gacobs tried to calm my fears and he rescued me from the herd. Shobat and the men escaped and found me. And it was Tarack on a zebra, Zula did not noticed him until he said my daughter from my brother. Zula cried and bowed Uncle I found you. My father your brother is worried for you. Tarack said about what? She said he is worried that something is bothering you. He said No not really. Gacobs said Sir you do remind me of my father. He looked a lot like you. Tarack resisted and he turned and said, That is what I am worried about, my son Gacobs your cousin. Zula shocked and traditionally welcome her cousin. Tarack said I did not raise him. I abandon him and now what legacy do I have. Zula tried many times convincing him but Gacobs interrupted the last time. Gacobs firmly said You taught me to walk. You taught me to fish. You taught me to hunt. You are still my father. Tarack cried silently and he said Whatever you want son I will give it to you even half of my treasures. Gacobs said Dad father leave the land and come home. Go back to your mother's land. Tarack agreed and they all went back with Zula. Tarack guided with Gacobs and Zula. And Tarack whispered to Gacobs that he thinks Shobat likes Zula because he keeps staring at her and looking at her. So Gacobs introduced himself to Shobat and said So you like my cousin. And he said she is very lovely. And Tarack and Gacobs introduced the fact that Shobat had a crushed on Zula to Zula. And Zula called for her father and they throw a big celebration. And Zula introduced her cousin Gacobs and her uncle Tarack while claiming her new boyfriend Shobat. And the family was one again and they were beautifully united and happy celebrating one another and enjoying each other company.
By Matthew Primousabout a month ago in Families
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