Ma was a woman of love, strength and endurance. She loved her family and her community. Her commitment to her family, community and civil rights was unequaled.
When I first met Ma she told me her educational credentials, and then stated "And I can swing a mean hammer". I discovered that being a woman of action, when she wanted something done, if no one would assist her, she would do it herself. So she removed a wall in her house, because she wanted to expand her room!!
Her independence inspired me. Her concern for children inspired me. Her fierce love of her family and community inspired me. I truly miss her very much.