Younger Self

Younger self My younger self would be proud of me I had the gastric sleeve surgery A dream I was … More

Writing Prompt #132

Writing Prompt #132 Set a timer for five minutes and then write, nonstop and without judgement, starting with the phrase, … More

What is love to K. Exum?

Thighs No lie I like thighs I deserve to taste thick thighs I like your thick thighs

Words Hurt: Words hurt when it comes from your family’s mouths I say this because I remember when I was … More

Don’t Talk I honestly hate receiving advice from you If you never burst out crying for no reason No one … More

Crowded Thoughts Still trying to find my way Everyone gives me advice on what my hustle should be But I … More

If I lose… If I lose my fight, No tears are needed Because these words been in the air They … More

Free Verse 5: A couple of months ago, I wanted to escape Now I just want to get paid just … More

Family: My family lacks compassion So when I’m in pain, I just got to suck it up Put my feelings … More

Motions: Some rather keep going through the motions Instead of getting closure, Cause they fear the exposure of a new … More

Excluded: Always feeling excluded What am I left to do? Always need to move out of the way But told … More

It’s officially my 24th birthday. Now that I’m here. I’m still chasing one special thing, my own legacy. In order … More

Restless Nights: Can’t sleep Can barely eat Wish I can close my eyes and never awake again Feels like 2017 … More