A Very Inspiring Student

Here at the Lit Mag we receive plenty of submissions, but sometimes there is that artist that catches your eye that you just know is a diamond in the rough. Suzie Carson, a senior here at Dub Jay, is a very inspiring poet that has sent us many of her poems and we are very impressed. We sat down with her to see just what she was doing to produce such lovely poetry.

-What is your favorite color?
Green
-What inspires your artwork?
Music I listen to and life experiences
-Where did you learn and develop your writing skills?
In 9th grade I became interested, other than that I haven't. I am taking a creative writing class next semester.
-What helps you produce you art?
Listening to music
-Do you practice any other artistic skills?
Ceramics, drawing. I write short stories as well!
-Out of all your poems, which is your favorite?
That's like asking a parent their favorite child!

Well there you go. It seems like Suzie is a creative soul that has a very special artistic talent. Read one of her poems below and if you like it as much as we did make sure to tell her when you see her in the halls!

Can You Find Me?

Too many doubts in my mind, I can hardly breathe

Too many voices, crowding out mine, it’s hard to speak

I’ve seen photographs, broken mirrors, tell me what you see

I can’t say for myself, can you see something in me?

I’ve lost my trust, can you still trust me?

Fading fast, can you still hear me?

I’ve lost my faith; do you still believe in me?

I’ve lost my way… can you find me?

Lived a small nightmare, It’s time to dream

Doubting myself for so long, not sure what I can be

I’ve seen too many lies, not sure what to believe

Stuck in a shell most of my life, it’s time to be free

I’ve lost my trust, can you still trust me?

Fading fast, can you still see me?

I’ve lost my faith; do you still believe in me?

I’ve lost my way… can you find me?

Am I a princess? Could I be a queen?

Is the something good in me that I could not see?

Are you still there? Do you still wait for me?

Am I too far gone?… can you find me?

By Suzi Carson