Baker, Shukri
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New Year Confession by Shukri Abu Baker
New year, big beginnings, big appetite for honeyed change, big confessions to make:
I feel oppressed, yes, and sorry for you, my agonized oppressor.
In the spirit of newness and moral excellence, here is my apology for all the pieces. of me that remained trapped between your hard-grinding teeth:
Here is a floss, minty, tough, waxed, good for your dental hygiene, good for your peace of mind and mine.
Floss me out, please, you have others to chew on as hard, and I want to Move On and Be Whole Again.
1/25/2023
