Mothers of the Movement
By JH
“Mothers of the Movement”
A group of strong women who seek to have the senseless killings stop
Who’s tired of weeping, when another youth is killed by gun violence
“Mothers of the Movement”
A group of mothers who become stimulated of dealing with so much
Before saying enough is enough
They need the support system to address the mental state
They are going through behind their issues
“Mothers of the Movement”
A group of parents whose children had the American dream
But now suffering from the emptiness
That’s full of screams with many shattered dreams
“Mothers of the Movement”
Is the voice of women across the United States and worldwide
Who’s fighting against the injustice in our communities from the lack of understanding
And communication among the people and law enforcement
We didn’t plan this
We need to stay united together and fight the crisis against mental health, police brutality,
Gun violence, regardless of creed and race
They must stay strong!
“Mothers of the Movement”
This is dedicated to all mothers worldwide!
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Thank you for noticing the Mothers worldwide. I too am one of those mothers and our fight continues for all generations. Continue to write your words are words of Healing and they Matter!!!!!
JH,
This poem was a powerful tribute to all mothers who have a connection to violence, whether this is gun violence, police brutality, or community violence. “Mothers of the movement” is a powerful phrase that gives a form of identity to these women who have a role in the movement. I appreciated your incorporation of mental health. Mental health issues as a result of violence can prevail for a long time. Addressing the issues within mental health due to forms of violence and trauma could help in bringing awareness to stopping this violence. The line “that’s full of screams with many shattered dreams” stood out to me when I read your poem the first time. While this is just one, simple line of the poem, I feel that it creates a picture of fear and uncertainty in light of the violence, especially for the mothers of these children.Thank you for sharing your words.
Dear JH, Mothers are some of the people that feel the most pain, worry, and fear for their children- especially from racism, gun violence, and police brutality. They don’t get recognized enough, so thank you for writing a beautiful poem in honor of them and their struggle. I was emotional reading your words. I really like how you wove in your feelings and a story in between the repetitive structure of “Mothers of the Movement.” Keep at it! Warm regards, Roxanne
This is a beautiful poem and is spot on. Mothers are at the forefront of these movements and it’s nice to see a poem recognizing this. Keep writing and keep inspiring.
Hi JH,
Your poem was amazing and touched on many issues that still need to be addressed. Where I come from we have a high rate of our youth turning down the wrong path. Many of them that I went to school with. As you stated, they had dreams. They did not plan for their life to take the turn that it did, but it did. Their mothers and families are left behind while knowing that their children, brother, sister, or friend are victims of mental health, police brutality, and/or gun violence. These issues and situations are far too prevalent among many communities. When will it stop or become aware that it is negatively affecting our society? You stated that there is a lack of understanding and communication, I agree with you 100%. I want us to find a way to address these issues in a constructive way and for our community to not have to suffer from the constant loss and grief that prevails after such events. Though your poem states mothers, I believe that it can go further to touch on not only mothers but all who are affected and are in need of a support system.
– McKenzie
This poem is beautiful and addresses many issues pertinent in society today. The last few lines are extremely touching. Your tone is one that inspires unity and action. The repetition of “Mothers of the Movement” throughout the poem emphasizes how meaningful these ideas are in any situation. I was delighted to read this poem and hope you continue to write more wonderful poems like this one!
You’re poem impacted me especially with the current events happening around us. Internationally we are sending men to endless, purposeless wars, while within our own nation there’s such a standard of violence in our communities. How can we shun those fighting across seas when within our own nation we fight one another. In fact, one of the only unifying aspects of our nation is when we stop fighting one another to simply go slaughter another nation.
JH,
What a powerful message. Thank you for sharing this! A mother is a symbol of care and strength. I can feel your determination and passion. Keep being the change you want to see and speaking against what is wrong!
I really enjoyed reading this poem. It presents itself as multiple definitions of the “Mothers of Movement” and how it reflects all of the different struggles of the mothers, parents, and children affected by injustice in our communities. All of the mothers who must fight again police brutality, mass incarceration, loss of their children, lack of resources, etc. It’s a beautifully written poem that shows the failures of our systems and the lack of protection and care given to communities.
I love this poem, JH. America is hurting from all the police brutality we see. Those in power have what it takes to make a change, yet they won’t and communities and families suffer. It’s heartbreaking. But yes there are plenty in the movement to bring change. I appreciate you dedicating this piece to some of those who have united in this fight against injustice. Keep up the poetry and speak truth to power, my friend.