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Why poetry_ Expression, emotion, connection Honoring Resilience and Purpose: Celebrating Poet of the Year Nominee Cheryl Northern LeGrand At Aspiring Authors Magazine, we celebrate voices that illuminate, inspire, and uplift our communities. This year, we are proud to recognize Cheryl Northern LeGrand as a nominee for Poet of the Year 2026—a woman whose story and poetry reflect the true spirit of strength, faith, and perseverance. A Life Shaped by Faith and Fortitude Cheryl Northern LeGrand is m