I learned attachment at a young age

Mixed media collage with surrendered hair locs, bamboo, and film negative, 18"x6.5", 2024

6.12.24

Afraid to fall asleep 

Afraid to dream

Might see the memories

What happened to you? 

Where have you been? 

How did you get here? 

How many times

Did you have to die 

Just to live?

How many times

Did they hurt you

And you stayed

You bend until you break 

Then carry all the shame.