Despite spending much of her life enslaved, Phillis Wheatley was the first African American and second woman (after Anne Bradstreet) to publish a book of poems. Born around 1753 in Gambia, Africa, Wheatley was captured by slave traders and brought to America in 1761. Upon arrival, she was sold to the Wheatley family in Boston, … Continue reading Black History & Friday Night Poetry Corner #271
“They always have my back, and I'll have yours," Missing this scene so greatly… Masking the feeling of freedomOf others. Broken promises made by the authority. Begging for support in the upcoming season of power exchange Stepping between the green grass Showing on the coldness of winter ice. Shadow conversationsBack room corrupted bargainingsIn the new … Continue reading Friday Night Poetry Corner #270
Open Your Mind
My journey didn’t stop with mere time travel or writing; it led me to become one of the most sought-after empaths, a soulful psychic who reads the hidden depths of the human spirit. I’ve been blessed—or perhaps burdened—with an ability that allows me to feel the emotions of people from every corner of time.
Writing, Stories, Poetry, Opinions, Life, and Moments
all the trinkets of the day
Peace in the Imperfect
KG Bethlehem 