A self illustrated debut poetry collection that questions societal norms and asks the age old question “who am I and more importantly who I’d like to become?” all while meeting at the intersection of race, class, gender and ultimately healing. This work describes the human experience from a unique perspective in that it reassures the reader it’s never too late to recreate yourself and is beautifully coupled with bold and vibrant illustrations that will leave the reader enamored.
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“The Depth of Still Water”
So many times I wanted to stop
But the gift wouldn’t let me
Her only response
If you stop now Who will fulfill our destiny?
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