january

the earth made sombre with a slicking shine,

as it echoes under my leaden feet.

I bundle under woolen layers there,

as the great wind rushes,

to snuff my small, quivering heat out.

as the sky falls in flurries of rain,

I find shelter under crowded cover.

passed by familiar shadows,

long figures of grey, blue and black.

all with their heads held low,

white eyes quietly closed.

as they march forward, against the fiery once more.

wishing to be dreaming,

away from the constant cold.

Ellie Garcia is a London based aspiring poet and writer whose work focuses on the human condition and the celebration of one's true self. She draws inspiration from current events, cultural arts, and the everyday beauty of the natural world. Despite this being her first adventure into publication, Ellie’s passion for storytelling and poetry has been a lifelong journey. She aims to connect to her readers with themes of resilience and hope. Ellie Garcia is currently working on their first collection of poems and is excited to share their literary voice with the world.