Resembling a Moth is a collection of poetry that takes readers on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. Where did the idea for this anthology come from, and how did it develop over time?

I had been writing poetry for years, and those poems had been sitting in my phone collecting dust. I knew I wanted to bring them out into the light. I started to compile the work together after I had reached out to Indie Earth Publishing about working with them on a collection. I started to string the work together like a popcorn garland, and it turned out to be my journey of finding the light. The title came from the piece Covered In Dust: “I am a butterfly covered in dust very much resembling a moth”

I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?

Losing my great aunt (Margie) was incredibly rough and put me on a route of self-destruction. It was hard to reflect on those memories after getting sober. That whole period of my life was quite dark.

What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?

My relationships with all the people I love/loved, including myself. I had a hard time with my parents growing up, and now we’re best friends. My great-aunt, who was such a pillar of support for me. My best friends, who are able to see through most of the shows I put on. I have gratitude for every person who left an impression on me, good and bad. Another important theme was my sobriety, which is woven into the pages too, and was the element necessary for me to get the dust from my wings. Lastly, a theme was my striving for balance. My friend told me that happiness is not a realistic goal, but that instead, we should aim to be content. Sitting in the center of dark and light is where I’m able to be content.

What is one thing you hope readers take away from your collection of poetry?

I’d like to pass on the message that, although life can be so dark and hard, the sun always comes up in the morning, and that there is beauty all around.

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