By De’Anne Roye
The top lid holds on tight To the bottom lid And darkness covers my eyes Silence so beautiful Moments without thoughts Meditating, and my mind rests And recharge. The sun rays on my skin Soak so deep in The light permeates my soul Light as a feather Where worries flutter away And happiness comes to stay Near the California poppies In orange, yellow, and red White honeysuckle and jasmine Whose aromas fill the air— I take a breath Let the fragrant scents fill up my lungs It’s me and the sun Meeting eyes and living life
De’Anne Roye is a passionate poet and writer who advocates for family, social justice, love, and the human experience. She is featured in the anthology Tribute to Nikki Giovanni, showcasing her talent at https://moonstoneartscenter.org/about/. De’Anne’s love for poetry surfaced at a young age when she wrote for her high school poetry club and newspaper. During college, she regularly performed at open nights and spoken word events, thanks to her involvement in the poetry club. Despite motherhood’s demands, she is working on her first poetry collection, which promises to be a compelling read. De’Anne’s enthusiasm for her craft sparks excitement and creative inspiration that resonates with her readers.
Academy of the Heart And Mind 