Fine Arts Feature: Chelsea Springer
Author Bio: “My name is Chelsea Springer. It has always been hard for me to use my voice growing up, I often felt as if I was not capable of standing up to my bullies in elementary and highschool. I never used to believe that my voice mattered, until I started writing poetry. Whenever I would write, I felt closer to God, and I felt as if I could release my emotions. When my pawpaw passed away last year, it inspired me to write even more, as well as to participate in “I Gotta Sound” and “Mosaic Night” even though I was afraid. When I write, I don't just write for me, but in hopes that I can inspire and help others. Everyday is a battle for me, dealing with grief, depression, and anxiety, but nonetheless my pawpaw is my inspiration, and he is forever in my heart. My inspiration behind starting the Heart and Soul Poetry Club was my pawpaw’s passing. In my pain, I've begun to find my voice and see that there can be beauty in my pain.”