Poetic Sunflower Collective - 12 “Ladies First” The ladies in this world often go unheard Spoken over top of even when its their turn Soft spoken flower petals With their head held up high Patiently waiting for hours with thorns in their side Respect shall be given Each day that you’re here I see them raised hands And I know it’s unfair When I speak up for you Then silence my voice I believe ladies first Because this is my choice Sunflowers grown and photographed in Greenup, Illinois 2022 Poetry Written and performed by EddieLee21 Kiku and Stargirl artwork By Sabet