Shelby “Mahogany” Wilson’s most recent poem to appear here was Mirror’s View (May 2012).Self LoveBy Shelby Mahogany Wilson I uncovered self love in the depths of my soul It cracked open my heart and love poured with ease from my entire being It gave me certitude to be proud and honor the real me It allowed me […]
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Mirror’s View
05.12.12 Posted in today's words by Annmarie Lockhart
Shelby “Mahogany” Wilson has been in Alaska for more than 20 years. She is the vice president of Black Feather POETS (blackfeatherpoets.org), a nonprofit organization built on bringing cultures together through the arts. As a performance poet, motivational speaker, and writer, Shelby has facilitated poetry and women’s empowerment workshops for more than 4 years. She […]
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