Woman, I be

A strong woman, I should be

I thee wed, no guarantee.

You plan ahead, two steps in front, 

Wait too long, you’re out of luck.

Work, work, work, Rihanna said, 

40 a week, until you’re dead

No complaints, because you’re black, 

So much time you won’t get back.

Up in the gym, increased gains, 

Get too much, you’ll be shamed, 

Perfect body, nice frame, 

Life’s an illusion, it’s a game

Birds & feathers flock together, 

The perfect group, for any weather.

One phone away, for worse or better, 

Company you keep, friends forever.