Janine Alyssa Navarro Poems

The compass stared at me
It was angry, furious, enraged
It struggled to point North
But I kept heading South
...

Oh Carousel
You used to scare me
The fierce horses
Large elephants
...

You and I
Share something
I can’t say what
You can’t tell either
...

He keeps me company
Smelling my hair as I hold him close.

He taps my shoulder
...

Keep your flowers.
Keep your chocolates.
Keep your presents.
Keep the keys to your heart.
...

Born to this world
as a lone child;
people rejoice.
...

You said I was the only melody
that echoed within your secluded walls.
Tracing the notes from my lips
you held it close to your chest.
...

My words will
Fight for me

On my behalf
...

In smiles as the crowd comes in
With every shaking of hands
And kisses on cheeks
Nothing can go wrong
...