Poetry has taught me

About the strength words possess

Words can either build or break

Words can bring freedom or captivity

Poetry has taught me to be careful with the words I use

Poetry has taught me

That I have a voice that needs to be heard

My opinions and thought on issues matter

I need to use my life to fight against injustices

Poetry has taught me

That feeling can be express without using my voice

Writing poetry give me the opportunity to express myself

Poetry has taught me

That I am important

I’m important to my family, my friends, and to the world