Thanksgiving Gratitude to Mexico
by Ana Maria Vasquez http://www.bridgesacrossborders.org/fair-trade-crafts/
Though my poet’s country is the world,
I rejoice to reside in Mexico,
where same-sex marriage is welcomed,
and gender parity in every election
is enshrined and enforced in law.
Mexico, where abortion is legal,
food that’s genetically engineered is banned,
and our president is female.
Though my country is the world,
I rejoice to reside in Mexico,
where people take the time to smile
and greet each other on the street.
Where, as a woman and as an elder,
it’s safe for me to walk alone at night.
Mexico, where every weather of life
is humbly received as it is.
©Susa Silvermarie 2025
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