Muhammad Ali (1942-2016) Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

Bold.
Brazen.
Brave and courageous.
Muhammad Ali.
Young.
And committed to a purpose done.
Rebellious.
A nonconformist.
Although a devoted Muslim,
All people he welcomed and loved.
With a tongue that stung like a bee.
Fighting to keep his identity intact.
Without a sign he would ever,
Turn his back on an earned dignity.
Muhammad Ali.
A man representing phenomenal fetes.
Witnessed to make nonbelievers believe.
Muhammad Ali.
A massive presence of a passing star.
Bold. Brazen. Brave and Courageous.
A legacy of influence.
Of a greatness carving history made.
No one other,
Than for us Muhammad Ali leaves.
A true champion of all time.
For all kinds of diverse people.
Regardless of their affiliated beliefs.