Purple, green, and blue kites flying in a bright blue sky Soaring and Pitching over a green field

Soaring and Pitching

Poetry Spotlight
March 01, 2026•1 min read

(1/28/2015, Missouri)

Pursing my lips, I blow

Scrambling my words into piles,

I part them with smiles.

Fond memories of

Giggling and groaning

On the living room floor.

Laughter drying our cheeks

Leaving our souls light.

Our future’s bright

Possibilities?

I hope my feelings string from my lips,

Collecting adjectives like kite tails;

Catching my breath and

Dancing excitedly in the wind.

Feelings of affection

Bound to introspection

The strings are as taut as my heart’s.

I’m soaring and pitching

Nikola DeLanie is one of the 2025 Bards Against Hunger, a member of Writers in Residence, a garden lecturer, fourth generation farmer, and a poet from the Kansas City Metro Area. Known for her evocative works that delve into themes of community, gardening, and mental health. Her writing serves as a testament to the power of words that connect people and cultivate a sense of hope and belonging. Nikola's poetry books "Garden Blessings and Poetic Preserves" and "Sad Spells, Poisonous Potions, and Handles of Hope" are slated to be published in 2026 by Midnight Garden Publishing House.

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Mindy McVay, CEO / Founder of Midnight Garden Publishing House LLC is a local Kansas City, Mo poet, writer, garden lecturer, singer, mom, and wife. She comes from the Amarugia Highlands in Cass County and is a fourth generation farmer. Raised in a successful family electronic manufacturing company, Mindy excels at creative strategy, networking, and community organization. She loves collaborating with other small businesses in the Kansas City area. She has a passion for supporting authors, artists and small businesses.

Mindy McVay

Mindy McVay, CEO / Founder of Midnight Garden Publishing House LLC is a local Kansas City, Mo poet, writer, garden lecturer, singer, mom, and wife. She comes from the Amarugia Highlands in Cass County and is a fourth generation farmer. Raised in a successful family electronic manufacturing company, Mindy excels at creative strategy, networking, and community organization. She loves collaborating with other small businesses in the Kansas City area. She has a passion for supporting authors, artists and small businesses.

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