Man thrives by the principles he holds dearly in his heart — Hi Y’all. My name is Kevin Jahleel Ishimwe, and I am originally from Rwanda (The Land of a Thousand Hills) but spent most of my childhood in the US. I moved here when I was thirteen in pursuit of better life opportunities. I come from a humble and modest family…

An uplifting poem — Fresh rain brings hope Castaway all stale despair, And reach for the hailing sky moment of truth is upon us Dance to the seasonal rhythm, Of timely emergence Swift feet tapping to rain dewdrops, Of brisk sustenance The drought of ineptitude is no longer, Savor this brewing birth School of passion in…

A story about a kid from Nyamirambo (Rwanda) — I still vividly remember the first time I witnessed an act of kindness, an act so surreal that inspired me to appreciate this gift of life. …

I’m in awe of what my body is capable of — “Give careful thought to the day when the foundation of the Lord’s temple was laid”, you gently nudged me. What would ensue, I did not expect. But I inherently knew it was no ordinary day. “I am in awe of what my body is capable of” — a timely prompt…

A poem — fearful forces loom but my aura gracefully maintains — Angelic hums Circulate in my mist A timely song of hope Comforts my breeze Of vigor by invoking I to brace a tighter grip on the rope When left with no choice Hopelessly, you can daze away When you give in to despair Other than realigning With the current Instant revival…

We must strive to become more heart-centered — Ancestors of old dreamed Of a utopic world, A life filled with unforeseen Rewards Sadly Misery and agony Still perpetuate our mist Today; It haunts the few Who resentfully Refuse to walk In anointing The journey Ahead Who can discern What he has yet to imagine In his heart-centered Conscience …

When you feel overwhelmed, lighten up that turbulent stream of thoughts — Light bulb Sparks of energy May you liven the spoils, Of this lifeless soil As the almighty force Percolates through My feeble hands To plow these weeds Of doubt Sucking the life out of me And suddenly, I become rejuvenated When I remember to seek The voice hollowing internally Deep in my attic Of intellect…

A song of praise in times of trouble — Hard to stay positive In a world so cold It pressures you to reprieve Away your inner glow In moments of delight I wake each day Thankful for today I ascend away In noble breaths Of levity Praying for my soul To not be led astray Shining light May you…

Be Open Writing Contest #1 - Poetry (New Year Vibes) A poem of celebration — Four, three, two, one Out came sparkles of glitter As the lady’s smile shone It is indeed a happy new year Needless to say Winter’s cold night Holds no sway To the echoing light The city is very much alive, and the people are ecstatic at this moment In time Look alive…