Sometimes individuals wish to be blinded by reflection, distraught by the truth that lived in their childhood. This poem explores the duality of recollection and humanizes each perspective.
Oral Storytelling & Speechwriting
to my past and present
To myself, who could never find the words about me.
To my dad, who made me doubt myself; thank you for trying.
to make mistakes
To my father, who is learning.
Looking Back at Anger
In 15 years I’ve grown, cried, fallen, learned and learned some more. However, I have wished I was better, more proficient, smarter, savvier, wittier, stronger, something… more than the person I am.
Becoming Manar the Star
I walked into Dunkin’ for one of our pair sessions, and I told my mentor Jaime that I wanted to run for school senate. But I needed a speech. The speech below is a result of our collaboration. This speech motivates me to pursue my dreams.
News Flash: You Are The Love of Your Life
At the start of making this piece, I had just finally found myself again.