My Brother Need You.

Tony has been my brother from another mother for nearly twenty years. I met him in a poet’s circle among fellow artists and he was affectionately known as "My Brother's Keeper." He's served as a noble servant and humanitarian, ever since I've known him. The Tony I know seeks to please God first and foremost and doesn't do drugs and doesn’t drink alcohol or wine. This is why I know he is 100% innocent. Please do everything in your power to release a man who would do everything in his power to be a brother to you if you needed him. I can share my sentiments best through poetry. The first poem was written in his honor and the second poem we wrote together.

Both were written over 10 years ago. This is me reciting an earlier version of one of the poems live on the air at WMNF.

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My Brother for Keeps
By Venus Jones
 
He is strong when I feel weak.
This brother listens when you speak.
 
Does a two-step just to make you smile.
He’d never judge you or put you on trial.
 
Just seek the truth and you shall find.
Tony also has a big family on his mind.
 
He loves God and daily is on one accord.
His heroes used the pen not the sword.
 
He represents for the love of every black seed.
I’ve never seen him drink alcohol or smoke weed.
 
Yes this loving black man prefers a smaller crowd.
He loves to learn and is not boastful or loud.
 
The merchants and missionaries do know his name.
Because he treats nearly everyone the same.
 
He has traveled in circles that are foreign to some.
Because he watches the words on the tip of his tongue.
 
Very few judge my brother simply by his hue.
Most people often are looking for his next cue.
 
Most are in search for his courageous creed.
A man who will ask, “What does the world need?”
 
He welcomes truth and divine direction.
He has an entire nation in his cheering section.
 
He proves that with a centered head, two arms and two legs you can.
He is a father, a son; My brother’s keeper is one kind and noble man.

A Soulful Sonnet 

A  refuge for seeds. To me, that’s what you are.
So you’re my comforter when pain leaves a scar.
Oh yes, I’ll fight the battle till the end.
Unite with inner light, believe again.
 
Let’s help the ones who really fear to trust.
Free fall!  He is the net if wind would gust.
Until the current waves are smooth for you,
Love God, love life, love ev-rything you do.
 
Sing songs of spirit, knowing words will heal.
Oh, open up your heart. The soul is real!
No, never let your woes drive you insane,
Nor let the dove of peace forget your name.
End loneliness, his arms can be your fire.
This soulful sonnet will lift you higher.