#21 - Legacy, Part II

Julia Maesa (c160 - c. 224 CE) sister-in-law to an emperor, aunt to two emperors, grandmother to two more. How we define women by their relationships to men!

I hear ya, Cecily – though I’ll say this:

I had two daughters (gave them both my name),

and they both married worthy men of fame

(as – on the subject – did my little sis).

They all had sons – the dynasty prolonged;

I spoiled those children (as a Grandma’s prone):

and placed them, lovingly, where they belonged –

as Emperors, upon a regal throne.

This family’s mine – the Empire by extension –

these young ‘uns worship me as matriarch.

Now I have all the power (and the pension) –

so hear my wisdom, Cecily, and mark:

you’re quite correct – yes, having girls is great –

but boys are easier to manipulate.

AWB

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