Four Months of My Book

Four months ago, today, I published my debut poetry book, Between The Dark and The Light. It has been an amazing journey so far, but I still can’t believe I actually did it. It is still so surreal when I see it. Like when I saw it sitting on the arm of my sister’s sofa.

Today, I’m sharing two shorter pieces because I forgot to celebrate the release last month! These two poems embody the essence of the book, and the undulating flow between dark and light themes it represents.

The Dark

Like curtains drawn
The light dies out —
Darkness grows,
And I’m shuttered in.

I can’t stop it —
No more than I can stop
My heart from beating
Or my lungs from breathing.

Deep in darkened disinterest —
Where the seams of life fray,
And where my existence
No longer wants to stay.

The Light

That moment
When it’s decided
To throw open the dusty curtains,
Letting golden light flood
This darkened, stuffy room —
Is miraculous.

A contented sigh, a rare smile —
Goose bumps rising on parched skin
As creaking bones stretch,
And a sighing breath
Clears the stagnated air
Of a once shuttered mind.

I can’t thank everyone enough for taking a chance on me and my work. I have been so inspired that I’ve been consistently writing more poetry — poems that I’m proud of. They are pieces that seem more mature, which is probably a testament to my growth.

I’m excited about what’s coming! Thank you for following along on my journey.

And as always, thank you for reading.