Apr 7A Mother’s Fear (2023)My mother’s fear was palpable and real, But she didn’t know of the danger I’d feel. Driving scared her, but what of drugs? A threat that lurked, hidden, undone. Seven schools before high school began, Last in a small town, I hoped, had a plan. …2 min read2 min read
Apr 7Sustaining (2023)The heart beats faster, the mind races, As a new feeling takes hold in its embraces. The beginning of love, a feeling so pure, Excitement and opportunity, knocking at the door. Eyes meet, hearts skip a beat, The air is electric, with a spark so sweet. …Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Mar 6He didn’t have to die. (2020)As white women clutch their pearls, heart beat pounding over tightly bound curls. They justify over systemic over reactions, as the police officer takes their sons away. But when it’s a black boy on the ground, they’ll look the other way, not making a sound. …Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Mar 6Before you were born. (2021)Before you were born, a small cluster of cells formed, A world of possibilities, yet to be adorned. In the womb, you grew and thrived, Awaiting the day when you’d arrive. Birth as light, you scream for air, Leaving the safety of your mother’s lair. …Poetry1 min readPoetry1 min read
Mar 6A Woman’s Sacrifice. (2022)Maybe she was only meant to be loved by many and not to love any. She often wondered what the meaning of love really was. It’s something she yearned to know, to have, cherish, and submerse herself in, but deep down she knew what love meant. …Romance3 min readRomance3 min read
Mar 6Her (2022)Your words are tangled and confused, Your thoughts are muddled, your soul abused. She speaks of cosmic energies and divine intervention, But her words lack clarity and clear intention. Your mind is clouded by doubt and fear, Your heart is heavy, your path unclear. …Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Mar 6Fireworks (2018)There’s nothing more she desires than him. She feels his fire, burning passion. Disheveled incoherent lust gives way to the tidal waves of love. Lost in the moment where time stops and there is only them. She faintly hears the music playing in the distance. …Romance2 min readRomance2 min read
Mar 6Fear (2018)Fear is not inherently bad, It’s a part of our survival gear. But when it’s driven by love, It can lead to actions we hold dear. For fear of losing what we cherish, We take risks and make bold moves. …Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Mar 6Time Lies (2018)Time lies, it’s just a game we play Defining the lines on our faces as we age A reminder of our limited time That we must live fully, every moment a climb Without you, I’m no longer efficient or productive Time no longer makes sense, it’s destructive Dripping down like the rain…Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Mar 6The Holy Wars (2019)To be frank, when you’re sitting in the middle of the desert in a 1996 Chrysler Cirrus converted to a United Nations operations vehicle it’s unbearably hot. The stick shift shakes in your hand as you try to maneuver through the mountains, windows down, no air conditioning. …Short Form6 min readShort Form6 min read
