“Life has pounded me downand thrashed me around,Time and time again,But I always get right back up,Because I still love life -Just as the earth still lovesThe rain.”

Suzy Kassem is a Lebanese-American poet and writer. Her work explores resilience, identity, and the immigrant experience, blending personal reflection with universal themes. Known for her evocative language and emotional depth, she has written several acclaimed collections of poetry and essays.