Maya Angelou is one of the most influential poets in my life... she has taught me to shine when there is no sun, to laugh when you carry no joy, and to stand proud when you have been beaten to the ground. Her works have made me strive to be a better, more-deserving woman and have given me esteem and comfort in many times throughout my life when all hope seemed to be gone. And though many people have and will continue to question my new piece of art (on my foot) I can only say it is there representing a mighty woman who has withstood many obstacles, stood proud amongst hate and tyranny, and is a continuous reminder that I am a "Woman Phenomenally, Phenomenal Woman--that's me."