About the Author: Paula Givens/Akili An amateur poet who is currently working on her second collection. Native of East St. Louis, Illinois. She grew up in Long Beach, California after relocating with her parents at age 9. 30 years later, she’s mother of 3 adult suns and 1 granddaughter. She is aspiring to open an Herbal Health Store in the very near future “Afrikan Roots” Botanical's & Organic Supply(2013). Certified Massage Therapist, Phlebotomist. Pursuing Mid-wifery, Naturopath & Nutrition Degrees. Spiritual Teacher & Yoga Instructor, & Natural Jewelry, Blacksoap, Incense & Candle maker, Gardener, Self-Healer, KnowThySelf, participant in Afrikan Studies Cultural Research Group of Long Beach/ 2006. Practicing TOLM of spiritual cultivation. HTP.