Category: warmth

• February 8, 2022

  Cold Truth

  I don’t want to be cold, frigid and bitter like the world. I want to shine like warm sunsets hoovering over frozen landscapes. Tomorrow isn’t promised but I want to live a life I can be proud of. Even if that means foregoing opportunistic love. I want to hold and be held while standing in…
• February 5, 2022

  Embrace Again

  I can still feel the warmth of your hands when you hold me tight. My soul was in need of your sweet conversation. My day dreams were enlighten by your presence. My heart sailed on the desires of your message. My days spent reaching for the countenance of your face and seeing your smile in…
• December 27, 2021

  Poets Are Not A Monolith: YOU

  Earlier this month, I stood in-front of my table selling poetry books, mugs, handmade fabrics and jewelry. A tall fellow comes by and begins to thumb the pages in one of the books. With a slight grin he says, I thought poetry is supposed to be sweet. I replied, No, I like to write realistic…
• November 1, 2021

  Dad’s Compass

  Dad’s Compass You taught me how to get back up! How to dust off the dirt And keep on walking How to taste better tears But keep on talking You taught me how to survive How to address the hurt inside And stay alive How to move in a room of sharks And thrive You…
• October 14, 2021

  Horizon

  Horizon You words are like fingertips touching the edge of the horizon during sunset. They make me feel warm inside. Love always, Esha <3
• May 19, 2021

  This Place

    This PlaceI feel comfortable wrapped up in your arms. You got that… warm apple pie Resting on a window seal In mid July kind of aroma In this place, filled with love and sweet treasures I found the elusive, fragile makings of a beautiful home Love always, Esha <3
• January 31, 2021

  Winter: Chapped Skin

  Chapped Skin It doesn’t matter if it’s Shea butter, lotion or vitamin E Moisture is what dry skin needs Hydration always reigns supreme In Chicago’s deadly… sleet covered ice ring   Stay warm everybody. Stay safe. Love always, Esha <3
• July 30, 2020

  Growing Glow

  Growing Glow don’t keep your light to yourself hoarding the warmth of its glow nourish the talent you keep inside allow dormant realities the opportunity to grow Love Always, Esha <3