the facade of being okay is not enough for one to stay. you just have to find it.. with the intent to prove; the battles put upon your life are always strategic, and you already have everything within you to defeat it. avis embodies sadness, grief, love, and relief throughout its pages. avis is Azrael aplins first collection of poetry- stemming from her escape from domestic violence, sexual assault, depression, and addiction, and finding her strength, as well as her soulmate, whilst in the midst of her healing journey. the facade of being okay is not enough for one to stay