Songs for Scars

Songs for Scars

Songs for Scars As I got ready to get on my flight, My right cheek hurt from the fresh dog biteThe pain was excruciating, and I didn’t feel strongAnd this journey
Safe Place

Safe Place

Safe Place As a child, I hoped for a safer new year, But pain stayed, always near. Growing up, I created a safe haven in my mind, Yet outside, safety
READING

READING

READING Reading is a relatively new found love. Just to clarify right up front, my typical reading is through audio books primarily or my parents/loved ones reading to me. The
The Giraffe

The Giraffe

The Giraffe When I look at this giraffe I made, The detail in every spot and shade.  Imperfect shapes and spots The bright colors and the little dots  They are like my strengths, quirks
RESILIENCE

RESILIENCE

RESILIENCE Resilience in nonspeakers is likely taken for granted. Given the odds stacked against us most times, resilience is almost a necessary survival skill. Point not lost when life feels
Choicest Lives

Choicest Lives

Choicest Lives The choice is a privilege Its power is a leap Most long for it Few experience it Poorer are lives Full of potential but Constrained by choices The