When you reject the trauma/attachment patterns handed down to you & refuse to contort into something that makes you feel ill in misalignment, you find beautiful things! Thank you Jane Wong for writing How to Not Be Afraid of Everything! This collection is meant to be paired with sunsets & jammies

#nationalpoetrymonth

Why do you write or read poetry? Tell me in the comments!

I had so much fun at #awp25 this year! So grateful I had the opportunity to learn from and read with such talented writers ☺️

I want to connect at AWP! Let me know if you're looking for readers for your off site or open mic. Let me know if you want a copy of my book. Let me know how I can promote your event, workshop, or panel. Just come say hi 😁

On 2/15, I was part of a Love Latine poetry reading at @bluecactuspress
and with @claudiacastroluna @sachavez81 @pigeongirl @warshingtonian @poetruiz

It was so special to hold space for pain & to promote safety/love in these bleak times. Community is the light that cuts through the dark

Valentine’s weekend with your honey at Blue Cactus Press on 2/15/25, at 5pm, for Love Latine: A Poetry Reading, featuring Latine poets living in the Puget Sound: Dawn Pichón Barron, Sarah A. Chavez, Claudia Castro Luna, Vincent Rendoni, Ricardo Ruiz, & me!

There will be time to mingle & buy books!

I received this sweet message from an ENGL 102 TA, and to say it made my heart swell is an understatement. I'm so grateful I get to share my words ❤️🙏