UPDATE! Physical prints now available to U.S. buyers. Please msg me with your address (even if you already bought one!) I originally wrote this poem for myself. I also wrote it with my child in mind, who is proudly discovering their own beautiful path and journey. When I posted the poem online, the feedback was overwhelming and incredibly heartwarming. I've had the honor of being a writer for many years, and yet I've never had such a powerful response to something I wrote. I've heard from so many readers who are also part of the LGBTQIA+ family who have told me that they loved reading this, that it validated their own journeys, that they felt heard and understood. I mean...as a writer, this is exactly what you hope to have happen--the connection, the understanding, the mutual lifting up. I have since partnered with an AMAZING artist, Quetzalli Alitzel (www.quetzallialitzel.com/; IG: www.instagram.com/quetzalli_Alitzel_art/) who has illustrated the poem . I hope you agree - their work is more beautiful than I could have ever imagined or hoped for. To celebrate Pride Month, from June 1-July 6, 2022, I am selling a digital download (8.5" x 10.29"; high quality 4130 x 5000 pxl png) of our illuminated poem and artwork for $30. The goal during this time period is $900: so 30 sales. The first 50% of sales within this goal will go towards fair compensation of the artist. The rest (whether it be $900 or more between 6/1-7/6, 2022) will go directly to The Trevor Project, an organization that is near and dear to my heart. The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people. www.thetrevorproject.org With the downloaded file, you can use the illuminated poem as a screensaver or have it printed and framed or put on a canvas bag or greeting card - the possibilities are endless. I originally wrote this poem for myself. Now, I'm honored to be able to share it with you. I'm also sending deep gratitude and love - thank you for your purchase and support of LGBTQIA+ artists and youth. And Happy Pride Month! <3 -Katherine