: About Me

Have you ever truly admired somebody? Have you ever looked at someone and saw the realization of you own potential? In this person you see the man you could be whenever you decided to grow up. For me this person is my big brother, Frederick De Leon.

I've always lived vicariously through him. But now that he's gone, he lives through me. Which leaves me no choice, but to grow up and acquire my potential.

My passion is ...

writing

I know too much about ...

absolutely nothing

My parents always told me ...

that you could tell who a man is by looking at his friends

My childhood ambition ...

to be a professional athlete

Why I write ...

im inspired

My inspiration ...

Frederick De Leon

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pride

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Today, I’ve been quiet I’ve not uttered a word To no one, not a soul What good would words do In the wake of such news Devastating news indeed That I’m a host to this fatal disease With haste, prepare my coffin and burial For my death is certain Greater men than myself have fallen At the hands of my adversary I stand not the slimmest of chances, even For mighty kings have been the objects of morning dining for this… thing I won't waste my time seeking solace or comfort There are none to be had Only, the consolation the illness itself offers its victims in jest Whic...

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