Whirlwind

There is something so personal about grief—the way it comes in waves, knocking you back down just when you stand up . . . the unpredictable moments, where something as simple as a mention can bring those feelings rushing back, making the cycle begin all over again.

  “after you left my life, i packed everything up

the memories, the feelings, and the tears i didn’t 

cry

it’s been close to a year and i’ve found myself

feeling ready to start unpacking.

undoing each box, unzipping each bag, and 

unlocking each door

go through it all and leave it all on the table

dust off the letters, the photos, and the gifts

what felt so heavy before is now easy to lift

and i can do it myself”

Whirlwind is Vessely’s debut collection of poetry, and she hopes her words resonate with you as you navigate your own path of healing and transformation.