Not even 30, I was spending more and more of my life in the same few places with the same few friends. Then came an invitation to something new I take a calming breath, then step up to the microphone. Here, in this crowded bar, I know that, despite my nerves, reading out my poetry will be a joyous experience. I had been attending these open mics for a year and this was my first time performing. As a student, I had be…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:06AM on June 30, 2025