I Know Why the Cage Bird Sing, a book by author and poet Dr. Maya Angelou is one of my favorite authors. The title comes from an African-American poet Paul Laurence Dunbar's poem Sympathy. I first read her book in middle school then again during my college years. We are all created with gifts, talents, and purpose. Sometimes we find ourselves in a cage circumstance, be it fear, bad decisions, or doubt. Don't lose your song. I can often be found humming during the day. It is my private praise service with God. It encourages me and calms my spirit, and like that caged bird, I am ready to take flight.

I know why the caged bird sings, ah me,

when his wing is bruised and his bosom sore,

when he beat his bars and would be free;

It is not a carol of joy or glee,

But a plea, that upward to Heaven he flings-

I know why the cage bird sings

Material: Knit fabric, synthetic hair, bird cag, armature wire, cotton fabric, trim, ribbon, beaded trim, and gold beads.

The doll is made on armature wire attached to the birdcage. The cape is lined and removable sewn with red velvet trim. The face is done with artist pencils and crayons. Her face is lightly needle sculpted. Her hairstyle is crochet weaved and sewn in.

Height: 31 inches

Width 19 in @ the width point

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