This poem provides a focus on the need of hope within the world. It brings a focus on the current circumstances but also constant and transparent thoughts that one may keep asking during these times.

In September 2018, I had the chance to complete my internship at Monroe High School. With the students that I worked with, many of them were already beginning to think and make choices that they did not know. This poem serves as a transparent truth that its okay to not know right at the moment.

Unheard Voices is based on the importance of listening to everyone and the problems that are occurring at this moment in a global level.  This also focuses on the empowerment of speaking up and that by listening, change can occur.

Grow explores the idea of self-development within yourself. This can also provide a sense of reflection and the progress that can be made. The piece is crafted with imagery and that can be easy to relate.

In September 2019, I went to Belize for my Bilingual Education minor practicum. I spent about two weeks in the city of San Ignacio with 14 other students including my professor. Based on my experiences during my time at Belize, the piece is crafted with powerful imagery.