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Americans need to heal from this divisive election. Those to whom we look for leadership have called us by derogatory names. We've been deceived, stunned and slighted... but still, again, we'll rise!

Feeling unloved by the very people that I gave my heart, devotion and trust to, have saddened me since childhood. Not knowing or understanding why these things weren't given in return, at least, when I needed them. Undercurrents of envy filled my world, that I didn't and never wanted to acknowledge...because,who was I? I was no one except someone who wanted to love and be loved in return. I love people, regardless of our differences, for we are part of the human family and children of God. When I finally came to accept the real reasons for some of my family's and others behavior, I felt lost. Although, I had read Maya's poem before, especially during Hillary' campaign, I never applied it to my own suffering and pain, because as I said before...who was I? Thank you Maya Angelou, for putting my pain in prospective and finally conquering it with pride, joy and understanding. From this day forward I will not be afraid to "Rise."

First let me start by saying.....This lady has the glory of God shining out with this most Beautiful, Powerful, Motivational & Heartfelt Message......Thank-you for this Gift Maya you were a very great woman.

nice thought :)

Fabulously inspirational to hear this read by the poet :) I like :)

I love this woman!

Amazingly profound!

Very inspirational! Love Maya Angelou and always will. Tremendous woman;so full of life and very accomplished. Most importantly,Maya reached out to people and they heard her. Best poet ever!Promoted peace,good will and so funny. Maya Angelou should win the Nobel Peace Prize. Wow,what a woman: full of love,spirituality,humility,deep soul,huge heart, extremely intelligent,so smart,savvy,endless energy,great mentor and peace messenger. So very wise woman.Huge legacy and a pure HERO definitely. You're always in my heart!

I am as moved by the tributes paid by these writers as I am each morning, listening to Maya's poem spoken by her. Forgive my presumption here, but I think she would would smile to know what you've said. For me, this is not only her lagacy, it's her immortality.

THE BASIC THEME NEVER TO GIVE IN TO DESPAIR AND SELF UNWORTHINESS. i REPEAT i RISE AND HAVE RISEN AFTER MANY A FALL.

Her words touch deep in the human spirit, connecting our hearts beyond our mindset. God I love her wisdom. BeInHeavenNow.com

yes...I rise