Meet Anthony, he was shy to the point of being silent until a program that combines poetry and sports helped him gain his voice, and hi wings. Now see Anthony soar though his poetic vision.
"America SCORES Bay Area inspires urban youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world.
"America SCORES partners with urban schools to provide a high quality, team-based program that integrates soccer, poetry and service- learning. Our innovative approach improves students' health, academic achievement and civic engagement" FROM YOUTUBE
F l e d g l i n g
little nestling
spread your wings
feel the cool air
under them
as you are lifted
among us
seek the updraft
that pulls at your pin feathers
until they are gone
soar on the up rush
the flow that moves the invisible
that motivates the volumes
you climb
rising
circling
as the earth becomes little
underneath you
perspective is everything
as you claim your
place in the sky
welcome
among us
word warrior
teller of stories
be strong
as you now see
the world looks different
up here
©2012, Frederick Douglass Perry,
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
