Leo in Bloom Magazine

Nonspeakers should continue to push the boundaries that limit us. I wrote this poem for Nico Segrera, inspired by his travel to study abroad. Nico and others are showing the way. 

NONSPEAKING TRAVELER
Traveler, lead us through paths unknown
Traveler, change minds that are obstinate
Traveler, push boundaries of possibilities
Traveler, seek challenges that are feared
Traveler, make memories that matter
Traveler, listen and then listen more
Traveler, move like love moves you
Traveler, give freely and with glee
Traveler, let the universe be your guide
Traveler, let our light be your companion
Traveler, go and write that history
Traveler, see the world marvel at this soul.

- Swarit Gopalan - My Truisms Unfiltered

Editor’s note: I love this poem by Swarit Gopalan, celebrating another speller and inspiring all who yearn to move beyond boundaries. It is a beautiful call to all of us! – Danny

ABOUT SWARIT

Swarit Gopalan is an 11-yr old speller on the Autism spectrum that started his spelling journey in June of 2021. He and his family moved to FL in Sept of 2021 to join the community of spellers there. Swarit loves writing poems, playing soccer, listening to music and being in water in general. You can follow him on Facebook and Instagram as he shares his thoughts!