"A Rat Ode" by Elizabeth Acevedo

[@TheRealEbonyRose]

omg I remember going to my first spoken word in NYC at the Apollo and you were reading this poem. thank you so much for introducing me to poetry.

[@bgmpt]

This only passes for poetry in a declining culture and civilization.

[@dicedradish3160]

rats are the lowliest and most despised of all creatures, my love. if they have purpose, so do we all.

[@angelacarpenter6]

Wow that was awesome. I came here seeking a poem I once heard about a man's beloved rat. The other side of the coin. The pet rat can save and change people's lives.

[@agonii]

I had the opportunity to listen to her read this poem live, she is truly amazing in person and the experience was incredibly inspiring.

[@emerenm4937]

Beautiful ❤ Is anyone here from Mr. Wasko's lit class?

[@chrissatchell4925]

I think you’re professor may have been right

[@randicarwell6230]

This Girl is BAD !

[@kyamurasmr]

Like you :)

[@randicarwell6230]

@@kyamurasmr aaaawwww. Thank you.