“I Belong. This is Me.” is a collection of affirming poems for children discovering who they are while the world around them changes.

Written from a child-centered perspective, these poems explore identity and belonging with care and compassion. Rather than offering answers, these poems provide reassurance, reflection, and a reminder that every child matters.

Especially meaningful for children experiencing foster care, adoption, or family transitions, this book speaks to anyone who has ever felt unsure, unseen, or different.

At the heart of Emilio’s poems is a simple truth: wherever you are, you belong.