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Dylan W. Pallickara, 17, is a senior at Poudre High School in Fort Collins, Colorado. His work in poetry has appeared in The American Anthology of High School Poetry and The Dungeness Press. Dylan is an alumnus of the Iowa Young Writers’ Studio and the Kenyon Review Young Writers Workshop. His writing has been recognized as a topical winner for the American Prize for High School Poetry and has been named a second-round finalist for the International Bridport Poetry Prize in the United Kingdom.
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Computer Science Research
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Creative Writing: Poetry
Creative Writing: Poetry
I am honored to share a small sample of my poems – a collection that represents my exploration of both the natural world and the human experience. I hope this collection can serve as a keyhole into my feelings and motivations.
“Puzzle Pieces” embodies the feeling of things being slightly out of reach. Link to "Puzzle Pieces".
In "Fingerprints," I grapple with the concept of self-discovery. The poem delves into the struggle of understanding one's identity, voice, and perception in a world that often seems elusive and disjoint from personal thought. It reflects on the challenge of truly knowing oneself and the impact of our interactions with the world. Link to "Fingerprints".
"Jazz Standard" captures the essence of music and its ability to transcend time and space through the lens of an abecedarian poem i.e., each line starts with a consecutive alphabetical letter. The poem paints a picture of jazz tunes filling the air –intertwining with the sound of raindrops on rooftops and open doors. It explores the comfort found in the rhythm of life, the nostalgia of old songs, and the endless pursuit of coziness through musical melody. Link to "Jazz Standard".
In "Beauty Dies" I contemplate the fleeting nature of life and the inevitable passage of time. Silky flowers and changing seasons reflect the bittersweet essence of impermanence as the poem explores the cyclical nature of life –where hope gives way to realism, and dreams transform into memories. Link to "Beauty Dies".
Lastly, "Fall" captures the essence of nature's beauty amidst change. It tries to capture the transformation of seasons –rain-soaked trees and contorted clouds harbingers of discomfort. The poem reflects on the simultaneous melancholy and beauty found in nature's cyclical patterns, symbolizing the inevitability of change and the resilience of life. Link to "Fall".
I hope these poems resonate with you as much as they have resonated with me during their creation. Each piece represents a facet of the human experience, a fragment of emotion, and a glimpse into the depths of the soul. Thank you for taking the time to explore my work!
Warmly,
Dylan