Author: Karina Alvarez
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Breaking Down Barriers: Advocating for Autism Acceptance
Autism is a complex neurological condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of 2020 in the United States, approximately 1 in 54 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Yet it remains shrouded in misunderstanding and stigma. This article aims to shed light…
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Poetry- The Unseen Journey
I see myself smiling at the mirror I can’t tell if that’s how I really feel. I close my eyes, Tears start racing down my face. I feel the pain slowly stabbing my cheeks Making my eyes burn each time I blink. My lips shatter like pieces of glass every time I try to speak.…
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Willow The Pigeon
I would have never thought that I would have a pigeon as a pet, especially living in New York. Back in April of this year, my husband had picked me up from work and we were making our way back home. When in front of a supermarket, we spotted a baby pigeon struggling to walk…
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Poetry- Her Smile
28 years, losing sleep Being stuck in an abandoned box. Growing roots underneath Collecting dust Getting drowned by spiderwebs each night. Trying to breathe, But feeling stuck in my own skin I Don’t fit in my clothes, Except for a black sheep suit I found in the cold Being paralyzed, By a movie of haunting…
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Poetry- A Ride Away From Him
The time has come, so we go I get in the car; it seems so cramped With all these bags. First, we cross So many bridges and so many buildings. All I see are lights shining so bright Of course, this is the city that never sleeps And like a flash, I didn’t…
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Poetry- My Guiding Hand
I have lingering words I think it’s time to let out I’ve been keeping them locked in a cage, collecting dust From childhood days to now, so grown You’ve been my anchor, my rock, my own It’s been a long time coming, But I finally push the pen to paper to let you know. I…