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Poet: Langston Hughes
Poem: Mother to Son
Volume: Collected Poems
Year: Published/Written in 1994
Comment 96 of 96, added on February 24th, 2008 at 3:28 AM.
This poem, written by the great Langston Hughes is an all time favorite of mine and a Legend to African Americans. Like, so any Afrian Americans,(as well as others, but especially African Americans) the Mother in the poem has struggled to overcome various obstacles that could have hindered her. However, her faith and determination have allowed her to persevere. Therefore, she (like Hughes) is taking the time to encourage, inspire and inform her son that life is not always going to easy, fun or even comprehensive. There will be times that one may feel like giving up, doing something wring or just doubting one 's self (all which reap poor results) Throughout these times," look to the hills which cometh your help"...and dwell not on earthly things..for joy cometh in the morning......so be ye steadfast in your faith and strive to persevere and success will be yours. This is a very valuable lesson and the fact that Mr. Hughes is sharing this it is very inspiring to me. I enjoy & admire him for his work and positive endeavors; and I too, will do my part to encourage others (especially my son)....and students that Life for me Ain't been no crystal stair, neither will theirs but hardwork and determination....failure is impossible. As my dear Grandmother used to say,,,"It;s okay to fall;but don't wollow !"......Get Back up Again!
Reynelda Gilleylen from United States
Comment 95 of 96, added on February 22nd, 2008 at 1:11 AM.
Langston Hughes is a legend in his own time. This particular poem has given me strength to believe in myself and to proceed towards my goals and aspirations.
Thank You Mr. Hughes. Gone but not forgotten.
stokes from United States
Comment 94 of 96, added on February 10th, 2008 at 2:37 PM.
this was the best poem i ever read it has been my favorit since 1st grade i absoultly love the poet i can realate to her
marie from United States
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This poem, written by the great Langston Hughes is an all time favorite of mine and a Legend to African Americans. Like, so any Afrian Americans,(as well as others, but especially African Americans) the Mother in the poem has struggled to overcome various obstacles that could have hindered her. However, her faith and determination have allowed her to persevere. Therefore, she (like Hughes) is taking the time to encourage, inspire and inform her son that life is not always going to easy, fun or even comprehensive. There will be times that one may feel like giving up, doing something wring or just doubting one 's self (all which reap poor results) Throughout these times," look to the hills which cometh your help"...and dwell not on earthly things..for joy cometh in the morning......so be ye steadfast in your faith and strive to persevere and success will be yours. This is a very valuable lesson and the fact that Mr. Hughes is sharing this it is very inspiring to me. I enjoy & admire him for his work and positive endeavors; and I too, will do my part to encourage others (especially my son)....and students that Life for me Ain't been no crystal stair, neither will theirs but hardwork and determination....failure is impossible. As my dear Grandmother used to say,,,"It;s okay to fall;but don't wollow !"......Get Back up Again!
Reynelda Gilleylen from United States