Even the slightest bit of sun makes a sparkle on our beautiful skin
A beautiful brown of many colors filled with the deep pigmentation of variations of color
Our deep brown eyes blazing with a crisp of a twinkle like the night sky
Our so called “undefined” hair used to make a brand new creation
What is it to inherit this beautiful color black?
The warm chestnut, a light tan or deep coffee
Beyond the stars there are none like us
So when our identity is questioned
Remember the inheritance formed by our great ancestors
Remember your dignity and privilege to be apart of the color so called “Black”
Our beautiful skin is like no other
So when your beauty is questioned
Remember the imprints of color formed by your great ancestors who scream
Black is Beautiful.
Aaralyn Hunter is 1st Year Harp Performance Major (NABJ’s Freshman Representative)