Use your words to empower others. The Beloved uses poetry to carefully craft nine different people. Each has their own tone, style, and content; ranging from an uninterrupted stream of conscious to metaphoric protest. These characters and their lessons are brought to life through the empowerment that they gave me. Let their lessons continue to empower and instill conversations amongst readers. As much as The Beloved is a celebration of the people you’ve met, let it also celebrate the people that will come into your life. Lead with love, learn from those you have left behind, welcome new friends, and empower those who mean the most to you