by Avril Shakira Villar
Wandering down a corridor adorned with pictorial tales
And you think of yourself
“How I’ve changed”
You used to have a normal heartbeat
But now it runs double the speed
You became wielder of the tides
Debris took you somewhere more
Your flooded mind melded into a pen
The sky smiled in pink, the clouds in orange
Wind tickled you to sleep
As your steps disrupt the dust below, Celestial patterns emerge and glow
At last you whispered to yourself
Butterflies bleed when they leave their chrysalises
So too will you when you outgrow the things that tether your wings
Soar as you were meant to.
Avril Shakira Villar is a 16-year-old poet hailing from the Philippines. She is an active member of WriteGirl LA, a prestigious writing organization. Avril, a Grade 11 ABM student, has already made a mark in the literary world with her notable contributions. Her poems and songs have found a home in WriteGirl Issue 3 Lines & Breaks, and one of her poems has been featured in the esteemed Under the Madness Magazine. With a passion for poetry, Avril has participated in numerous poetry and writing competitions, showcasing her talent and dedication to the craft.