The Eldest Daughter

"The Eldest Daughter" is a personal and poetic journey through the quiet resilience, unspoken expectations, and tender defiance of a girl who grew up too soon. Told in 21 lyrical pieces, this collection traces the path of the eldest daughter — from childhood to womanhood — as she learns to carry her home, her people, and, choose herself. Each poem is a moment speaking to the bittersweet strength of care, the soft rebellion of leaving, and the courage it takes to become more than what was expected. Written for every girl who was asked to be strong before she was ready. You can love your people, and still choose yourself. You can stay gentle, and still be fierce.