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(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHfUwp-J-E0)

The Freeman Library poetry slam was a great success. There was not a huge turn out or many poets, but that didn’t matter or slow the energy. Brandon Williamson and Autumn Echo brought an energy that even inspired a new poet to present his work. The poetry slam transformed into a poetry marathon where each poet took turns in rapid succession presenting their poetry. There were no scores just support and appreciation as poem, after poem, after poem, after poem cascaded like a flood into the ears of the audience. Several members of the audience were inspired to present poems from their favorite authors. It was a great time. It almost felt like the poets would perform as the muses of poetry stirred their spirits. The sunlight through the window acted as the spotlight for each poet and the room echoed with metaphors and messages. Brandon Williamson said, “Maybe we’ll get some church right here.” He was right. This event was uplifting and inspiring. Each poetry slam I attend I am more enraptured by the power and impact poetry can have. I thank Freeman Library and the Big Read for hosting this event. Pictures will be coming soon of the poetry marathon!