Kupona binti Msham, Mwana Poem to Her Daughter (extract) (S67)
from 'Poem to Her Daughter' by Mwana Kupona binti Msham is a Poem On The Underground poster measuring 280mm by 610mm.
from Poem to Her Daughter
Daughter, take this amulet,
tie it with cord and caring.
I’ll make you a chain of coral and pearl
to glow on your neck. I’ll dress you nobly.
A gold clasp too – fine, without flaw,
to keep with you always.
When you bathe, sprinkle perfume, and weave your hair in braids,
string jasmine for the counterpane.
Wear your clothes like a bride,
anklets for your feet, bracelets for your arms…
Don’t forget rosewater,
don’t forget henna for the palms of your hands…
Mwana Kupona binti Msham
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