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The Poetry Is My Faith, Love My Guide

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My faith is my compass, guiding me through the labyrinth of life. It is not a faith bound by dogmas or doctrines, but one that finds its essence in the written word. I immerse myself in the ocean of poetry, letting the rhythmic waves cleanse my soul of its many sorrows. Each verse, each line, each word, is a droplet that washes away the dust of despair that clings to my spirit. The poems I read are not mere collections of words, but lighthouses that illuminate the dark corners of my mind, banishing the shadows of fear that lurk within. … Continue reading The Poetry Is My Faith, Love My Guide

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The Birth of Art in Adversity

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Art, my dear, is not a privilege bestowed upon the fortunate, nurtured in the cradle of affluence, nor is it the offspring of tender mothers and doting fathers. It is the phoenix that rises from the ashes of hardship, birthed in the narrow lanes of ghettos, in the heart of favelas, amidst the stark nakedness of poverty. Art does not discriminate. It does not segregate based on the color of one’s skin, the race they belong to, or the creed they adhere to. It is a generous spirit, a universal language that speaks to all, transcending man-made boundaries and biases. … Continue reading The Birth of Art in Adversity