Emily Ivanauskas

Emily Ivanauskas is a sophomore Environmental Sciences major with a minor in English writing. They adore both science and poetry, and have previously had poems featured in digital magazines as well as a local zine. Over the last few years she has been finding her voice in verse, writing about her experiences with love and heartbreak, and finding inspiration in nature alongside the Rider Poets. Some of her fondest memories come from her senior year English class in high school in which she would improve her craft while receiving support from her teacher and peers.

Don’t look at the sun,
They say.
Well, I guess that’s why when I look at you,
I find that you are blinding.

I have always considered myself
To be like the moon.
Reflecting your light,
While my eyes are still reeling
From the sight of you.

You have always been
A constant.
Patiently waiting for me
As my eyes adjust
And I just
Continue to revolve around the Earth,
Once a month, covered in shadow.
Once a month, bathed in your light,
And, with a twirl, I say hello.
I open my eyes, and start to glow.

I’m sure you already know
That without your presence
My world, as I know it,
Would be a lot darker.

But with you I can dance
As we brave this vast expanse
Of space,
Together.