Angel
by
Elmer
Cruz
I remember the fateful day, the day I met you.
There you were, standing by the door fixing your shirt.
I saw you and I thought “Who is this angel who has fallen from heaven”
You saw me with those beautiful brown eyes and everything changed from then on.
Every time I speak to you, I leave with a smile on my face.
The sun shines brighter and I feel this happiness inside.
I do not know what will happen next.
I hope one day you will look at me the same way I look at you.
Until then, I will keep enjoying the joy you give me.
Love is a fragile thing.
My Voice
by
Lua
Cordero
I wake up and realize that my voice is back.
It’s here now.
My voice is brave,
I can sing my happiness and sadness.
My voice is tender
I can whisper gently to my fears and insecurities.
My voice is strong,
I can express my yearnings.
My voice is free,
I can yell out my madness.
My voice is honest,
I can cry out my frustration.
My voice is optimistic,
I can burst into the laughter of my errors.
My voice is humble,
I can silence my ego.
My voice is colorful and warm,
I can lull you with my melodies.
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