The Conversation

I grew up with you in my neighborhood, mothers loved you best. Every street corner hot, your methods, operations relentless, apartments, homes & clubs were strong holds & I still thank God, I wasn't too curious, I remember Anthony always missed class but he missed you most, meeting up around the avenue, just to be with you. Then there was James he never missed an opportunity either, but one day he did a swan dive, thought he could fly, but he missed the street and hit the curb side. How can I ever forget, your best friend Desiree, endless conversations hoping her eyes open, life is worth living. I never had a degree but God's gift was evident in me. I didn't know it then but I was training to be your fiercest enemy. Desiree, Desiree don't let the appeal draw you. Desiree, Desiree don't let wickedness steal your dreams away. I always heard stories about friends hiding from their parents because being too hi was an excuse to beat their children. So