An anthology of poems created by five writers from Southern California during the first year of the COVID-19 Pandemic. They include poems about the impact of the virus on their lives as well as their personal journeys through a year of social awakenings and political incitements. Selected poems include ones about their early lives, hopes for the future, relationship insights, and moments of wonder and awe. This eclectic collection of poems is sure to be enjoyed by all poetry lovers.