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. She means whiten. The true meaning of stranded, when trusses held tight … is an online destination created by an Afro-Latina for Afro-Latinas. Our bodies curve into one another like an echo, and I let my curtain of curls blanket us from the world, how our children will be beautiful. She means whiten.

Trying to find ways to erase them out of our skin, iron them out of our hair, this wild tangle of hair that strangles air. They say Dominicans can do the best hair. My mother tells me to fix my hair. She means whiten.

The first group is Of dust skin, and diamond eyes. Growing up in a Latino household, hair was more than something you styled. My mother tells me to fix my hair. It's two times the trouble." And I don't tell them that we love like sugar cane, brown skin, pale flesh, meshed in pure sweetness.

Or if you’re of darker complexion you need your skin lightened. You call them wild curls. Inspired by the lack of representation in mainstream media, as well as Spanish-language media, created by Janel Martinez, a 20-something journalist and New York native. How I will break pride down their back so from the moment they leave the womb they will be born in love with themselves. My mother tells me to fix my hair. But how do you fix this ship-wrecked history of hair? This poem has not been translated into any other language yet. One such woman is Afro-Latina poet Elizabeth Acevedo. And by “fix,” she means straighten. This paper provides a thematic, narratological and stylistic analysis Elizabeth Acevedo’s slam poems “Hair”, “Afro-Latina”, “Spear” and “Unforgettable”, in which Acevedo raises awareness about (identity) struggles present within two marginalized

We and our partners will store and/or access information on your device through the use of cookies and similar technologies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. (Image- Elizabeth Acevedo- ‘Hair’ screen shot) “My mother tells me to fix my hair,” the poem starts. HuffPost is part of Verizon Media. This paper aims to provide a thorough literary analysis of four of Elizabeth Acevedo’s slam poems – “Hair”, “Afro-Latina”, “Spear” and “Unforgettable”1 – in which Acevedo raises awareness about (identity) struggles present within two marginalized groups. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. I love it! Discussion of themes and motifs in Elizabeth Acevedo's The Poet X. eNotes critical analyses help you gain a deeper understanding of The Poet X so you can excel on your essay or test. Slam poetry, the style of poetry Ms. Acevedo is known for, is a genre in which poets recite original poetry, combining elements of theater, storytelling and other kinds of performance. Hairby: Elizabeth Acevedo poem by Jay Ward. Can't you see them in this wet hair that waves like hello? I love this so much… It’s like subconsciously something is definitely wrong with people who think fluffy hair is unruly and needs to be straightened. And by "fix, " she means straighten. But that journey to self-acceptance and appreciation for my hair came after countless remarks, looks and questions (What are you going to do about your hair? “My mother tells me to fix my hair,” the poem starts. What they mean is, "Why would you date a black man? " But how do you fix this ship-wrecked history of hair? Those are the opening lines to award-winning slam champion Elizabeth Acevedo's spoken word poem, “Afro-Latina.” She speaks them with pride pouring from her lips as she recounts how she went how from rejecting her roots to embracing them with open arms.

Our African, Spanish and indigenous roots all wrapped into the crown we call “pelo.”  I have what many within our community would refer to as “pelo malo,” with hair that’s kinky and afro in texture. I call them breathing. Ancestors spiraling.

So it puts a huge smile on my face to see that young women are speaking out through art and activism. Page . I mean they wash, set, flatten the spring in any loc - but what they mean is we're the best at swallowing amnesia, in a cup of [Spanish], dreaming because we'd rather do that than live in this reality, caught between orange juice and milk, between reflections of the sun and whiteness. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. Ain't I Latina? Because all I can reply is, "You can't fix what was never broken."

Our culture and society has enforced and embraced Eurocentric beauty ideals for centuries. What they really mean is, "Have you thought of your daughter's hair? "

There is no comment submitted by members.. © Poems are the property of their respective owners. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. Published Works Beastgirl and Other Origin Myths (2016) Medusa Reads La Negra’s Palm (forthcoming) Poet X (novel) (2018) Background Born and raised in New York City by Dominican parents BA in Performing Arts from George Washington University MFA in Creative Writing from Hairby: Elizabeth Acevedo Poem by Jay Ward - Poem Hunter. Watch as the New York-based spoken word artist and writer recites her poem, “Hair”: Let us know what you think in the comments section below! The true meaning of stranded, when trusses held tight like African cousins in ship bellies, did they imagine that their great grand-children would look like us, and would hate them how we do? All information has been reproduced here for educational and informational purposes to benefit site visitors, and is provided at no charge... Recite this poem (upload your own video or voice file). What they mean is, "[Spanish]" What they mean is, "Why would two oppressed people come together? Growing up in a Latino household, hair was more than something you styled. Our African, Spanish and indigenous roots all wrapped into the crown we call “pelo.” And, yes, mi familia was included in that. The children of children of fields. Find out more about how we use your information in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Momma that tells me to fix my hair, and so many words remain unspoken. La La Anthony Pens ‘The Love Playbook,’ A No-Nonsense Advice Book On Dating, Relationships and Marriage, Everything EnJ Creator Erica Nichole Talks Self-Acceptance As An Afro-Latina, Recording Artist LATASHÁ On Embracing Authenticity, Bachatera Andre Veloz On Navigating Male-Dominated Genre, Body Positivity & Self-Titled Album, Behind The Scenes With Stand-Up Comedian Glorelys Mora, DJ Bembona On Her Boricua-Panameña Roots & Spinning Activism For the Culture, Meet Melania-Luisa Marte, the Woman Behind the Petition to Include ‘Afro-Latina’ in the Dictionary. And by "fix, " she means straighten. , Topic(s) of this poem: black african american, hair.

(Image- Elizabeth Acevedo- ‘Hair’ screen shot). Hair, a reclamation.