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A small collection of Poems written by me

Influenced by my culture and my life experiences including the Jamaican Language: Patois

Performed throughout 2024 at Medway Poetry Open Nights, Poco Loc Open Mic, Medway River Lit Launch, Crafty Crows, Medway Libraries and Common Ground

As a poet using intersectionality from a Black perspective, I hope will enable more conversations on the subject matter in the Black Community.

Warning:

Some of the Poems talk about sensitive subjects

Abstract from literary magazine, Steel Jackdaw: The poem "Cracks & Gaps" by Michi Masumi delves into the impact of social judgement and gossip on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. Through rhythmic, evocative language, the poem highlights how people are often unfairly criticised and scrutinised by others, as seen in lines such as "Gunning for you like raw meat hanging on the rack." The poem speaks to the resilience needed to withstand such behaviour, encouraging strength and defiance with phrases like "Stand tall, remember you don’t give a jack." It vividly captures the incessant chatter and gossip that pervades social interactions, describing it as "Make dem mouth run like tap." Ultimately, the poem reflects on the emotional burden that comes from constantly being judged by others, while also urging the reader to resist being overwhelmed by it, reminding them to stay focused and avoid falling into the traps laid by detractors. Michi’s work speaks to the broader societal issues of judgement, gossip, and the personal toll they can take, but also champions the importance of perseverance in the face of such negativity.