Good Samaritan Drive

Anne O.

• Artist Statement

  In this poem, I have used repeating “I am” statements to create a rhythmic pattern. I was born at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose and the poem follows my family, my friends, and a vivid description of the things that have shaped me. There are also multiple uses of rhyming and personification. I reference ‘70s music and ‘80s thriller movies throughout the poem because growing up, I was surrounded by music lovers and movie buffs who loved older cinema and rock.

• Creative Statement

  Continuity of my creativity guides my life. My writing not only expresses how I feel, but it helps me to illustrate things that I may not be able to put a word to in conversation. Writing broadens my perspectives, combats my biases, and aids my navigation of knowledge.