To Become Someone

By Alex Andy Phuong

The human identity 
Truly is a sight to behold,
And given the reality
Of the heart and the soul,
It is up to every individual 
To become purely whole,
So dare to uncover the mystery
Within a world filled with beauty,
And marvel at the majesty
Of the wonder of splendor
Within a home like no other,
And there really is
No other place to live,
So remember to forgive,
And continue on,
To rise up like the break of dawn,
And be alive by being bold
To create a narrative that must be told

Alex Andy Phuong earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from California State University—Los Angeles in 2015.  He was a former Statement Magazine editor who currently writes about literature, film, and culture.  He also earned an Associate of Arts in English from Pasadena City College in 2013, and tutored there.  He has written hundreds of film reviews for MovieBoozer, and has contributed articles to Mindfray.  His writing has appeared in The Bookends Review and The Society of Classical Poets.  Emma Stone inspired Alex to submit writing actively to publications after hearing the Oscar-nominated song, “Audition (The Fools Who Dream)” from the “Best Picture” nominee La La Land (2016).  His poetry collection is An Altruistic (Cyberwit.net, 2020).  Currently residing in Alhambra, California, he now writes with the sincerest hope to inspire readers while fully supporting the ones who dare to pursue their dreams.