The poet uses the metaphor of an ear of corn to describe her parents’ divorce.
Tag Archive for Family
Poetry
Uncertainty
The poet shares five personal experiences linked by a sense of uncertainty.
Poetry
Song of the Spirit
Part four of the author’s Roots of Greatness, Wings of Light set about her grandparents (the other three parts are essays). This wildly imaginative poem reflects on her maternal grandfather’s spirituality and dignity.
Creative Essay
Dear Shannon
Part three of the author’s Roots of Greatness, Wings of Light set about her grandparents. This essay takes the form of an imagined letter from her paternal grandfather, a particularly reflective and poignant expression from a man called “Big Daddy” within his family.
Creative Essay
Of Wisdom and Beauty
Part one of the author’s “Roots of Greatness, Wings of Light” collection about her grandparents. This essay centers on her paternal grandmother, “Mamo.”
Creative Essay
A Wild Swan the Color of Autumn
Part two of the author’s “Roots of Greatness, Wings of Light” collection about her grandparents. This essay centers on her maternal grandmother.
Creative Essay
Walking in a Shadow’s Wake
A girl works to come to grips with her brother’s attempted suicide.
Poetry
Mi Hermana
An admonition to really live and a confession of love from older sister to younger sister.