http://slow.writerscafe.org/gcontillo The original writings of author Gianna Contillo en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776196715 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 This poem captures the emptiness within a deeply pained individual, at one point, this individual was me. Amidst the realm of pain, we are found with unknown possibilities for change and new beginings http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/gcontillo/1454478/ In the wake of Ferguson, this poem illustrates the pain that is perpetuated by a nation divided by race. We all bleed the same so we should lead the same, hand in hand, to peace. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/gcontillo/1450414/ This poem is a recollection of traumatic life events that inhibited me from stepping into my own personal power.. Its an apology, a confession, and a declaration all in one-It's deep, and mysterious. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/gcontillo/1382387/ This poem depicts thoughts in my mind about social conformity, We are all so beautifully unique, a beauty that not all are willing to shoW, worried about how society's reaction will go. BE YOU. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/gcontillo/1381955/ This very short poem was something I scribbled down after a yoga session. I was looking within for direction and inner wisdom to guide me, and these words describe my exact inner experience. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/gcontillo/1381509/