soul power

Ruby and I have a farewell at school. We hug, kiss each other on the cheek. I start to sing lyrics to songs we listen to, but she stops me saying, "Stop...no, no, no, you'll distract the kids...," which makes her laugh. And, before we wave each other "have a good day, I love you," we touch each other's fists; at the same time, I say, "Gimme some soul power." Today, I forgot, but Ruby remembered. So, she lifted her knuckles to mine, sweet and gently, gave me "soul power."