A Small Collection of Human Experiences - Cleo Enrique-Hubbard

Written By Alyssa Torres

poetry ☆

poetry ☆

Stand at the edge of the world 

Taunt the waves before they come at you, screaming 

Grind the salt between your teeth 

Feel the ground rush 

Grasping at your ankles 

Dragging you closer 

Tempt fate as it crashes against the rocks Eating the words before they leave your mouth 

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Wake so early the birds whisper 

freak of nature. 

See the world at its rawest. 

Kiss the moon goodmorning 

And lay the stars down to sleep. 


Cleo Enrique-Hubbard is a trans poet, artist, and photographer from Connecticut. He is currently a high school sophomore, and has hopes of a future in political journalism as well as creative writing. Currently, he is working for a local LGBTQ+ non-profit while trying to sell handmade art on the side. Cleo is also a varsity rower and father of two rats. He spends his time writing novels, developing film photos, hiking, and being with friends. Find him on Instagram @enrique.xox, or TikTok @luvs4enri!

Alyssa Torres
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