A small poem of stillness and beauty, reflecting upon an observation of human achievement and natural splendor with the Presidential Palace of Panamá.

A small poem capturing the nuances of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being.

This poem puts on display Mexican culture and the symbolism and importance of the donkey, or burro, within it. The idea here is to explore the themes of tradition and resilience and empathy, using the image of the burro as a powerful symbol. I wanted the reader to have a very imagistic experience - imagery of blankets and peddled goods and the burden of a hooved beast during the hustle and bustle of market days and the resilience of the people who rely on these animals for their livelihoods.