Ariona BaileyEver since I was a child, I've always loved writing. I can't remember a time when I didn't have a pencil and paper in my hand. I grew up in St. Louis City. The schools I went to were Laclede, Raph Bunch, and Gateway (C/O 2013). In each of those schoos, I've had some type of writing class. I also have a mentor who helped me with writing and research about poetry Maya Angelou is my inspiration for poetry.I strive to be an inspiration to others not only for poetry but in ways to overcome their fears and struggles. Read More Read Less