Poetry Vol. 2, Issue 2

Community Garden

Words and art by Juan Garnica

Pencil drawing of a large block letter "N" outlined in blue, with roses and thorny stems growing around and through it.

Adorned in thornsLot packed with weedsDisheveled soil at my feet

Beautiful briarDesigned for survivalIn the barren ground of captivity

Scornful glaresForsaking my existenceBlossoming notwithstanding hostility

Enriching perennialYielding fruitsIn the community

IMadeUgly.

Poet: Juan Garnica
Illustrator: Juan Garnica
First published: Vol. 2, Issue 2 · 2025 · p. 99
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