Howdy y’all,

This poem marks a significant milestone in my life, as it was the first time a piece I’d written was chosen for publication. I do apologize for the glare on the glass.

Fun facts:

1. The parents in The Closest to the Star were given the last name ‘Carter’ as this teacher left a significant handprint on my heart.
2. Had Mrs. Carter not reached out to publish ‘Untitled’, I don’t believe I’d still be writing in rhyme. For that, we either have Mrs. Carter to thank or punish 🙂