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This poem was first published with The Bayou Review, and can be found in the chapbook running with the beasts by Kathi Crawford (Finishing Line Press) at https://finishinglinepress.com/product/running-with-the-beasts-by-kathi-crawford/
After a successful career in organizational and leadership development, Kathi Crawford founded People Possibilities, LLC in 2008. Writing poetry has been an ongoing journey of learning and exploration for her. She has always been curious about human nature and the reasons behind our choices. Through her work, she hopes to spark dialogue about the challenges we face both collectively and individually. Her writing has been featured in a variety of literary journals, both online and in print. Her debut chapbook, consider the light, was published by Finishing Line Press (2025). Connect with her on Instagram or LinkedIn @kathicrawford or subscribe to her blog at https://kathicrawford.com.
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