Disclaimer on HonorThis treatise in no way seeks to degrade the honor of the men and women in military communities around the world, who serve with integrity and commitment. It is, instead, an exploration of a culture that venerates sacrifice, particularly the sacrifice of its young to the gods of war. Introduction Those who believe […]

The parched earth, so thirsty and dry Longing for rain to fall from the sky And after days of waiting in vain Comes the sweet scent of rain The first drops fall, a gentle sound Pattering softly on the ground And as the rain picks up its pace The air fills with its fresh embrace […]

You can make anything happen, raise your voice For you hold the power to manifest your choice. Just like the one who put stars in the sky, You too can make your dreams come to life. The birds that soar high up in the air, Were taught to fly with utmost care. But just like […]

Catherine R. Berra presents her first collection of lyrical poetry, tenderly weaving through the emotional phases of the human condition, and shining a light on our mutual quest for understanding life’s lessons.

“Emerging Voices has a purpose to serve as a journal and healing catalyst for anyone who has experienced a loss. The art and poetry within is a testimony as to what can happen when we acknowledge grief in all its forms. It allows for the discovery of a new perspective which will lead you on […]

Kim Dower’s poetry has been described by the Los Angeles Times as “sensual and evocative . . . seamlessly combining humor and heartache,” and by O Magazine as “unexpected and sublime.” Acclaimed for combining the accessible and profound, her poems about motherhood are some of her most moving and disarmingly candid. I Wore This Dress […]