Welcome to another poetic episode of Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast! This poem is a spiritual sequel to last season's "Dear Old Ma$en." It covers the same topic.

Welcome to another poetic episode of Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast! I was a teenager, struggling with self-confidence. So, here was an anthem I wrote for myself to re-read in times of doubt.

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" This one reflects a relationship that I was too dumb to admit wasn't right for me. It wasn't until he left and stole from me that I realized it.

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" One of the first poems I've written came from my young obsession with Greek mythology and a book series called House of Night.

Welcome to a new season of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" This poem was a rededication, trying to get back into writing poetry again when I was in high school. So, it was a no-brainer for this to be a reintroduction for this podcast! I hope you enjoy it!

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" My friend and I experimented with writing a poem together. We took turns, each writing two lines, trying to rhyme with one another's previous... Told in two parts, it was left unfinished. I hope you enjoy part one!!

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" First, I want to say...this poem does not reflect my current relationship with my mother!! We are way past this! She is a wonderful mother! I went through phases where I resented both parents, but my father isn't worth the pages of my teenage composition book. I hope you enjoy it!!

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" I've always imagined this poem as a lullaby, sung by one lover to another. However, I'm a terrible singer, and I wouldn't dare try to torture you with that sound! I hope you enjoy it anyway!!

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" I've tried for years to name this poem, but nothing seems to stick, and nothing quite captures its essence. So, here it is, unnamed and one of my favorites! I hope you enjoy it!!

Welcome to another poetic episode of "Collected Poetry: A Spoken Word Podcast!" As I said before, teenage break-ups are the worst! I used to daydream about growing wings and flying away from it all. Once upon a time, I thought I had found "the one," and I wanted to take him with me! I hope you enjoy it!!