Where I Am From
I am from an ironic cluster
from intelligence and rebellion
I am from the diversity in every individual
(colorful, damp
it tasted like danger)
I am from the music
the reggae
whose message is remembered
and shared as if it were my own.
I'm from noise and silence
from Brazil and America.
I'm from the outgoing ones
and the questioning ones,
from speak up and be heard.
I'm from this earth
with an owl on a tree
and ten foot waves I can ride.
I'm from Gaga and tattoo shops,
unlit cigarettes and ink.
From the fights I've lost
to the battles,
the wars I've won with peace.
Under my heart was a Phoenix
burning into ashes
an ocean of lost emotions
to navigate in the crevasses of my mind.
I am from the lost moments-
dead before I was alive-
born again from the sky and sea.
This is where I am from.
Keana, I really enjoyed your poem because eventhough I do not know you personally, I was able to identify who you are and what you represent. Throughout the poem, you had a great rhythm and balance.
ReplyDelete-Cynthia Navarro
Keana, this poem is a great reflection of all the beautiful and unique things that set you apart from anyone else. As your best friend I can honestly say that if you could be represented in words, you would be exactly this. A mix of passion, intelligence, fire, love and strength. I love you best friend <3!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Jacci Enriquez