![]() ![]() This came at the perfect time for me to read and I cannot thank the writer enough. The writing and topics just completely took my breath away… I’m still in awe. ![]() was an honest and enlightening read that dealt with a plethora of subjects such as racism, gender stereotyping and white-privilege just to name a few. “it’s not about making you uncomfortable. ![]() “even if you are a small forest surviving off of moon alone. ![]() “i have always been the woman of my dreams.” if no one has ever told you, your freedom is more important than their anger “your heart is the softest place on earth. This is the most important relationship.” if you are the only one who has this face.” We just have been too long a garden for sharp and deadly We are taught to grow them in the lining of our quiet (our Here are a few (…too many) of my favorites: In the short amount of pages that I got to read, I felt like I got to know both myself and the author so well. Nayyirah Waheed captivated me from start to finish. This was one of the most important poetry collection I’ve read to date. This collection of poetry explores the realities of multiple identities, language, diasporic life & pain, the self, community, healing, celebration, and love. is a journey through warmth and sharpness. ![]()
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