Poetry

My poetry is a vessel for storytelling, weaving together narratives of personal relationships, the interconnectedness of humanity with nature, and keen observations about society. Each poem serves as a reflection of the intricate dance between self and others, exploring the complexities of love, connection, and shared experiences.

Nature often emerges as both a muse and a mirror, grounding my words in its rhythms and metaphors. Through this lens, I uncover parallels between the natural world and human emotions, illustrating how deeply intertwined our lives are with the environment around us.

At the heart of my work is a desire to observe and question, shedding light on societal dynamics, the beauty in the everyday, and the challenges that shape our collective journey. My poetry seeks to resonate with readers, inviting them to pause, reflect, and find their own truths within the narratives I share.

Poems

Winter

Summer

A Knowing

Before the Storm

Tree Huggers

Orange Moon

Saturday Ritual

Number 122267

Photographs

For Bob W.(RIP)

Nearly Dawn

Poetry Readings/Presentations

Women Blossoming
A Traditional Tea & Celebration to Inspire
and Empower
Presented by Esther Productions, Inc.
Rose Parlor
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC
May 6, 2023

One of several featured poets who were published in the Kaliedoscope Poetry Anthology, published by Esther Books.

Poet Tea @ 3
Virtual Poetry Invitational Open Mic
April 30, 2023

Hosted a virtual poetry open mic including four poets and Yours Truly.

What is Ours? Poetry Night
An Evening of Spoken Word & Visual Art
Presented by the Women's Caucus for Art
Washington, DC Chapter
Sandy Spring Museum
Sandy Spring, MD

One of several featured poets for a companion poetry event to the What is Ours exhibition.

Poet Tea @ 3
Virtual Poetry Invitational Open Mic
April 24, 2022

Hosted a virtual poetry open mic including four poets and Yours Truly.

Gestalt Poetry (Virtual) Open Mic
June 26, 2021

Was the featured poet in this virtual open mic series based in Nashville, Tennessee.

The Literary Cypher
Virtual Poetry Showcase
Sponsored by Obsidian Pen Publishing, LLC
October 13, 2020

I was one of several featured poets for this virtual showcase.

Playing with Poetry
A Coffee & Poetry Virtual Workshop
w/ J.L. Smith
A part of The Write Women Book Fest (2020)
September 24, 2020

Coffee and Poetry Weekly Virtual Readings
Live on SJB Creates Facebook

One woman showcase featuring poetry from one of my favorite poets and my own during the pandemic in April 2020.

"Don't Let It Happen to Poetry Again"
The Morrison House
Alexandria, VA
January 11, 2020

Was one of the featured local poets which I shared my poetry from Moon Rising in Capricorn at this "Invitational" open mic presented by Great Publishing Company, LLC.