Sakura     
By Arlene Geller               
Poet/lyricist Arlene Geller is passionate about writing. Her poetry has previously appeared in White Enso and in Tiferet Journal, Tiny Seed Journal, and other literary publications and anthologies. Two poetry collections, The Earth Claims Her and Hear Her Voice, were published in 2023 by Plan B Press and Kelsay Books, respectively. Collaborations with composers include commissioned pieces, such as: Elusive Peace, which premiered as part of Service of Lessons and Carols at Vassar College; and River Song, featured in the world premiere of I Rise: Women in Song at Lehigh University and since performed in numerous national and international locations. Learn more at arlenegeller.com.