The author explains their decision to deactivate social media accounts due to harassment, a desire for genuine connection, and the overwhelming nature of online interactions. They reflect on the evolution of the internet, expressing that social media no longer serves them. The focus will shift to writing poetry and nurturing real-life relationships.
Category: Poetry
Poetry 
Final Year as Vallejo’s Poet Laureate
During my tenure as Vallejo’s poet laureate, I hosted monthly poetry events, conducted interviews, and participated in community vigils and celebrations. I launched an anthology, performed extensively, won several awards, and fostered connections within the poetry community. I am grateful for the experiences and look forward to my successor, Jeremy Snyder.
Poetry 
One Year as Poet laureate
On October 10th, 2017 I performed “Visions” to a packed city council chamber, and received my proclamation as Vallejo’s Poet Laureate. I wish to express gratitude to the musicians at my synagogue who sparked this journey from the page to the stage, to my predecessor Genea Brice, to everyone at…
Poetry 
Gathering of California’s Poets Laureate
A summary by D.L. Lang, Vallejo Poet Laureate Around 60 poets laureate from across California gathered at the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga, California on October 6, 2018. This particular building was built 95 years ago as the home of John Steven McGroarty, the 3rd California State Poet Laureate, whose…