Poetry Expo 24
/ 7 February 2024
Do Not Interrupt Me, Today I Am Speaking for a Whole Nation
Poetry Expo 24
This poem, titled 'Do Not Interrupt Me Today, I Am Speaking for a Whole Nation,' unfolds as a poignant exploration of self-discovery, emotional resilience, and the complexities of love. The speaker addresses their inner child, reflecting on the impact of emotional damage, the urgent need for self-love, and the enduring pursuit of connection. A crafted reflection on the human experience, this poem invites viewers to delve into the intricacies of the speaker's inner world, resonating with universal emotions and the passage of time.
The project is part of the subthemes Mental health narratives in poetry and Literature as a tool for social equality.
Author
Raluca Tartareanu
Raluca Tartareanu (14.04.2004) is a student at the Faculty of Journalism and Communication at HU University of Applied Sciences in The Netherlands. Originating from Romania, she embarked on her literary journey with her first exhibition on catcalling in 2019, followed by two editions of the "Tete-a-tete" exhibition in 2021 and 2023, all held in Bucharest. Raluca's literary contributions extend to various Romanian websites and magazines, as well as the Peruvian magazine "Kametsa Magazine," where two of her poems were translated into Spanish in 2022. Notably, she achieved the first place in the international literary creation competition "Festival 4 Arts - Dan Iordachescu" in 2023 and co-launched an anthology with two other authors in August of the same year.
