I am the lark and the lion.
I know the sound of my voice.
I am the poet and the muse.
I am the author and the editor.
I know the depth of my voice.
I am the peaceful pond.
I am the gentle river.
I am water flowing,
turning,
picking up speed,
taking up space,
surging.
I am slamming against the dam.
I am the dam breaking.
I am the life-altering flood.
I know the strength of my voice.
Erin Strybis 