Sweet n’ Smoky

This poem was inspired by an article I read about the endangerment of incense in myrrh cultivation and trade in Northern Somalia. As a Somali American, I’ve always been fascinated with the history of incense and myrrh in the country and how significant it is not only to Somalis but the rest of the world. […]

Exclusion

A sinking feeling of exclusion, Like warmth escaping a fire on a cold night It’s a feeling that is inexplicable, It’s as if no one can hear your plight Your worth is undermined constantly, Making you feel minuscule and unseen, A heavy weight on your soul, There’s no relief until you’re whole. Your heart aches […]

No matter how long

A tale of times past and present, Of dreams that linger and events that are spent A journey of a life we’ve all come to know, For better or worse One step at a time, no matter how slow Through laughter and tears, darkness and light, We live our days with all our might The […]

New Volumes

Compiling comics Open doors to stories that bring forth adaptations Full of vitality Enduring tragedies Consistently defeating foes in a perilous world In every new volume

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Loudest words said on dual sides So fragile and vulnerable Repute tries to stay balanced Even if the determination is there, you have to be present to be aware On what you will and won’t accept

much greater

Appreciate every attempt at finding satisfaction. – TheRhymeRula

Forever foilage

Hello there forever foliage Nature grows gently Even though the clouds are dominating the sky Sun shines nearby I’m tryna avoid the commotion in my mind But you what? I know that Wonderment is in motion as every day passes by

Finding zen

Lose the preoccupation Fleeting thoughts want to desperately return but resist it so you can reset to nothingness Both the struggle and serenity require zen How you find it is up to you Even though challenging It can be accomplished And with that, we will be Satisfied to look for more

Stand together on the Digital Stage

Eyes are drawn down Fixated on a digital frenzy Consciousness is crazed, dazed, and rearranged by the digital st(age)

Return to the foundation

Some say the game of basketball evolved In some ways it has But the foundation revolved around the fundamentals Which were essential The game ain’t the same A new claim to fame is beyond the three-point line You’re big, go for a higher percentage! Use what is most effective for success Don’t settle for what’s […]