Elikem’s Corner, a series of poems from our Editor-In-Chief, Elikem Thee Poet. These poems give insight to a piece of her world; her own lived experiences and the experiences of people around her.
I am constantly counting down the days until I am free
Arbitrary dates scattered throughout eternity
Truth be told, freedom is never coming
It isn’t meant for me
It isn’t meant for weak, broken, weary souls like mine
If freedom can be acquired through death then I pray that my time comes soon
I am tired of these dark, twisted, lonely roads
I am tired of the performative life
Pretending that everything is okay
When behind the scenes you are tearing, ripping, and beating the life out of me
Someone, please save me
Please set my soul free
