Poetry: the courage to be heard
Poetry comforts me on cold nights and encourages me to open my heart to others. As an introvert who used to avoid public speaking, poetry helped me find confidence in sharing my voice. See my internationally recognized poetry collection here:
Silver Key for Graphic Design, Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
“The Glass Child” depicts the feelings of a girl who is burdened by other people’s overwhelming expectations. She eventually shatters, breaking into glass stars. I hope my poem makes people realize that they are not alone in their struggles.
The Glass Child
Honorable Mention, Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
When I was in 6th grade, I woke up to find the hill in front of my house in flames. The static electricity of fear crackled through my veins as I wondered if my sanctuary would become an inferno. That’s what inspired “Monster in My Meadow.” I hope when people read my poem, they realize our choices make children fear tomorrow.
Monster in My Meadow
Notable Award, Bow Seat
Silver Key, Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
I was inspired by the painter Isabella Kirkland to write “The Last Alarm Clock” as she used her brush and canvas to illuminate the beauty we refuse to see and thus destroy. It has always been artists who are our canaries in the coal mine, so I wanted to turn her paintings into poetry. I hope that when people read my poem, they stop hitting the snooze button on saving humanity from itself.
The Last Alarm Clock
Category IV (High School) River of Words Finalist
