I wrote this poem for a dear friend in 1984, at the age of 16. We had left, and I would likely never see her again. The poem explores the themes of friendship and loss. Compare this poem to The
Disappointment
This poem is from 1987, age 19. It describes the intense grief and pain of unrequited love. If you like this poem, you will enjoy my first book, Pain. Compare this poem to A Message to the Unknown Beloved (1984).
The Hour of Nativity
I wrote this poem in 1983 on my 16th birthday. Regardless of age, one can feel nostalgic about one’s childhood and long for a happier and simpler time. Instead, we are reminded of our own mortality. Compare this poem to