An Opportunity Was Being Given To Me

People Always Say That I Didn’t Give Up My Seat Because I Was Tired, But That Isn’t True. No, The Only Tired I Was, Was Tired Of Giving In.

I Had Given Up My Seat Before, But This Day, I Was Especially Tired. Tired From My Work As A Seamstress, And Tired From The Ache In My Heart.

The Only Tired I Was, Was Tired Of Giving In.

Racial Pride And Self-dignity Were Emphasized In My Family And Community.

I See The Energy Of Young People As A Real Force For Positive Change.