BINDING

I could flatten my chest, bruise my already broken ribcage, to mimic a man. I could put on clothes that wear me, an XL t-shirt with a 2XL hoodie, for a chance of androgyny. I could pretend for the day,  people see me the way I see myself- undefinable.  Because I know they won’t look…

My Voice

THIS IS MY VOICE. THERE ARE MANY LIKE IT – BUT THIS ONE IS MINE. I hold it close to me, showing very few the full potential it carries. Although it appears weak, I promise you that it is not. It can boom out insight in a heartbeat, but prefer to stay silent to allow…

Letters to My Oppressor (February Free Choice)

Dear you, I tried to be on your side. I wanted to give you the benefit of the doubt but just like Icarus, I’ve flown too close to the sun, and  I crash and burn not because of my own failures, but yours.  I was warned not to go near you, and yet my curiosity…