A lot of people got
a heart that beats music
a song that breeds laughter
a soul of gold that shines bright
in the best and worst of times
Some people got
a demeanor that calms high noon nerves
a positivity that extinguishes the tension
a hope that keeps us grounded
when yesterday and tomorrow make us frightful
Few people got
a curiosity that never ceases
a truth that never wavers
a consistency that never changes
as the world begins to alter
A couple people got
a respect that strengthens daily
a back held down by hundreds
a loyalty that bolsters
the troops that seek example
But only one might have made
a side of collard greens
next to sweet candied yams
the salty and the sweet
of a rack of Barbecue ribs
next to a plate of fine fried chicken
like the cornbread that was waiting
for the sweet potato pie to finish
a food full of soul
and
a soul full of food
of southern hospitality