The Time Had Just Come When I

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.

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

I Was Ready To Die But Give My Consent Never. Never, Never.

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

There Were Times When It Would Have Been Easy To Fall Apart Or To Go In The Opposite Direction, But Somehow I Felt That If I Took On More Step, Someone Would Come Along To Join Me.