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Christian Horton

4/23/2015

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National Poetry Month Celebration 2015

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Bio: Christian "Chris" Horton is a 2011 Fine Art graduate from Morgan State University and is familiar with the name “coach” as he is active in the world of health and fitness. He is a personal trainer, swim coach and is currently serving as a Playworks coach for DC AmeriCorps. Although he feels he does not obtain the title, he wants to become what some call a "Renaissance man." With all that he encounters, he reflects as a poet, artist, student and teacher. Christian gives high regard for creativity, self- expression and self-purpose. 
 
Fairly new to the poetry world, Christian was able to unlock doors with creative writing by starting a poetry ministry at Contee church in NE, DC with his grandfather.  He is consistent with volunteering, community service, building new relationships and he is undergoing the development of his own organizational program "Fitter Focus" which will help individuals, families and communities reach fulfillment personally and professionally. Currently, Christian has stepped into a new role by becoming a father and a husband.

 

The Interview

1. Where do you draw your inspiration from to write poetry? 
It stems from what I see and feel, my everyday life, my experiences, what I observe, and what I hope to witness and be apart of in my future.


2.  What advice do you have for someone that is threatened by poetry? 
Poetry is whatever you want it to be. It can be a vehicle, it can be your clarity, give you motivation, comfort or anxiety, but once you are familiar with reading, writing, and experiencing poetry, you are no longer threaten. And when you accept it, you will embrace it.


3.  What is an interesting fact about you?  
I will try almost everything twice, maybe thee times just to see if its for me. If I can make any modifications to my liking, or to see what I can learn through my involvement. At that point even if I don't like it, I gained some knowledge to allow me to make a suggestion to someone else.


4.  Where are you from/Where do you live? 
I am from Washington DC and I currently reside in Prince Georges county.


5.   Who is your favorite poet? 
Tupac Shakur.  He was so passionate about his craft. His words spoken and written were backed by actions emphasizing his passion, sometimes they weren't the best words actions but Shakur definitely stood for what he believed in.
 

A Poem by Christian Horton

Words Can't Explain

Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.
Truth is, they do harm in a since of using them ugly.

Words are powerful, therefore the words I use compensate smiles, laughter, love and understanding.
The counterbalance within my universe echo's the equivalent reoccurrence by keeping them handy in a cycle, but only with outstanding... Actions

See words only go so far based on reality.
If you want to be a factor, you gotta become a actor!

Actions are monumental and very influential, therefore the actions I conclude can only amplify love.
The chain reaction within my turmoil produces repercussions handed down from up above..... was her.

Now with her, I mean You, and with actions, I mean Love

See most would say, " Its me and you against the world."
But with love, me and you can change the world!

With me and you, there is no telling what we can do.
We'll change lives, for everyone and everything that scenes us, will feel our love is true.

Love is a beautiful curse
Our love divided is the size of the universe
Combined and multiplied by God equals eternity, and always showing merc....cey, and willing to give to those who are thirsty.

They think their strong
Then lets form an unbreakable bond!

Fully connected and communicated, physical, mental, and spiritual force.
Its no doubt that love concurs all, but you gotta have faith of course.

Because once actions, love and faith meet half way.
The result is that your actions will speak on what your words cant say.
And that's why words cant explain. 

Please share your reaction below.
The energy you contribute transcends your imagination.

7 Comments
Dondra Davenport
4/23/2015 01:18:41 am

I Praise God for this special moment to have happened on your birthday!! I have always believed that you are an exceptional young man and truly blessed by God🙌🏼🙌🏼! Keep seeking God to find your purpose to share with the world!
Congratulations Chris💋💋

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Christian Horton
4/23/2015 09:30:27 pm

Thank you Ms. Davenport. I appreciate all the help you have given me and still are. I will continue to seek and fulfill my purpose, while ultimately helping others find and fulfilling theirs. Much love appreciation for everything you are doing and I'll be contacting you soon, seeking your wisdom.

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Renee Chapman
4/23/2015 05:44:22 am

I praise God for the birth of Christian 28 years ago. He knew before I even laid eyes on Christian that he would be a wonderful, beautiful, thoughtful, creative, caring, loving man one day. I thank God everyday for Christian and his loving gift of ART, how he expresses himself, and his beautiful spirit. Happy Birthday and Congrats on your recognition, I am VERY PROUD of you.

Love Ya,
Mommie

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Christian Horton
4/23/2015 11:34:48 pm

I cant say thank you enough for believing and supporting everything I wanted to be involved with, my goals, my dreams and even the untraditional routes. I pray everyone will have someone in their life who is engaged like you have been in mines. I soon will know how it feels to nuture raise and love a child with every ounce of me with the same love you have given me. I appreciate it all. Thank you!

Your son
Christian Horton

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Robin A
4/23/2015 06:07:12 am

I am so proud of you Christian...to be honored on your birthday as a great poetry teller, speaker, and writer. You are Blessed with awesome talent

Love your other Aunt Robin
Happy Birthday

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Swindell S
4/23/2015 11:12:35 am

Christian, I am so very proud of your achievements, beliefs and all that you stand for. Congratulations to you for this special achievement on your special day. "Happy Birthday son." Stay true to yourself, keep an open mind, never look down on anyone unless you're helping them up, always seek knowledge, continue to enlighten others and keep your faith. Always, always, always cherish and love the woman who gave birth to you 28 years ago to this day... You are going to go far and touch a lot of lives Christian!!! Again Congratulations and Happy Birthday!!!
Pops...

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Christian Horton
4/23/2015 10:02:39 pm

I want to thank My teacher and mentor Yvonne Brown for nominating me to be recognized as a poet for 2015 National Poetry Month Celebration. It is so awesome to be blessed with such great influential people such as her. She is the reson why I found this avenue. Before meeting her I didn't have much interest in writing. Who would've know 11 years ago that I would be saying thank you over and over again way after having her as an English teacher my senior year at Parkdale. The best part about this entire achievement is that is was given to me on my birthday. What a wonderful gift. Every gift deserves a gift and with this gift, I most certainly will give back. Again Thank you Ms. Brown. Thank you so much for everything.

Much Love
Christian Horton

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