Word On The Street

 
 
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“I fell in love with Fadi’s poetry. So sweet, such simple truths. Fadi enrobes every breath, every thought, every word in love. His custom poetry is as fine poetry often is, filled with uncomplicated Ah Ha moments."

- Jan D’Atri

Emmy Award Winning Television Personality and Radio Talk Show Host

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“Thank you Fadi, I have my poem hanging up on the wall in my office.”

- Monte Williams

NBA Head Coach

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“I checked my mail today and the poem arrived! This meant the world to receive. You’re the coolest. I mean you already were, and this confirms it.”

- Lindsey Schwartz

Best Selling Author, Community Builder and Entrepreneur

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“So fun having you at our NYE Party!!! Loved my poem and absolutely loved what an epic experience that was for all of us. Thank you so much and Happy New Year!!!!”

- Lori Harder

Three-Time Fitness World Champion, Best Selling Author, and Founder of Lite Pink

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“What a beautiful honor to meet you and receive your divine gifts my friend.”

- Angela Ferrari

Recording Artist / Songwriter

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“I asked for a poem on faith, what I got was stunning and very touching. Thank you Fadi for using your talents in such a beautiful and generous way.”

- Jaime Cerreta

Emmy Award Winning Television Anchor and Morning Show Host

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Thank you for my perfect poem about wine!”

- Derrick Hall

President and CEO of the Arizona Diamondbacks

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“Wow this poem is really dope.”

- Kelly Oubre Jr.

NBA Basketball Player

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“Hey Fadi! I just read our poem and … it is AMAZING!!!! It is my most favorite thing ever written for us. Thank you so very much for highlighting our mission, we are super grateful to know you!”

- Jennifer Caraway

Founder of Joy Bus Foundation and World Renown Chef / Winner of Chopped (Food Network)

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"Fadi is deep and emotional, sensitive and provocative. Grounded in keen observation, his writings are beautiful and rich, yet profound and reflective. I strongly urge you to commission a poem from Fadi. He is tremendously talented, a true poet."

- Jack Crittenden

Former Arizona State University Professor and Author

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“Fadi, I have had a rough few weeks and the poem you wrote for me brought me to literal tears. Thank you for the unbelievably beautiful and encouraging words. I needed that more than you know.”

- Lauren Patheal

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“This is so beautiful Fadi! This poem is a gift I will never forget. I can never fully articulate what you have given me.”

- Kate Rogers-Sieker

Co-Founder of PHX Startup Week, Local Community Builder and Entrepreneur

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“The first thing I saw when I walked into my local diner was Fadi perched at his vintage typewriter.

He made a surprise visit to the restaurant to raise money for a local non-profit, pop-up typewriter poetry!

His presence was calm, kind, and a comfort. He composed the most honest beautiful poem, just for me!”

- Karen Kuntz

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“Fadi, what an amazing talent you have. Thank you for your selfless inspiring insights and kindness.”

- Gelie Akhenblit   

Entrepreneur and TEDx Speaker

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“I can’t even read your poem more than four lines in without tearing up. Will have to collect myself and read the rest of your words later. Makes me feel overwhelmed. I’m so grateful and surprised by this awesome gift!”

- Amanda Brennan

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“Thank you Fadi for this gift you wrote for us. It can’t be explained, nor can I explain how it makes me feel to read this poem. I am grateful and I love what you’re doing!”

- Nick Adkins

Co-Founder PinkSocks Life and TEDx Speaker

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“Fadi created a poem for our first child that was on the way! I Love my poem, incredibly talented!”

- Sara Ortega

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“Commissioned and sent a poem to a dear friend of mine and love love love! Thank you!

She texted me immediately. She absolutely adored it.”

- Sidnee Peck

Chief of Staff, Zero Mass Water and Founding Member of Golden Seeds Arizona

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“Thank you for my poem! I had such a great time at the event and really enjoyed your work!”

- Aisha Marshall

Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Co-Founder of Creative Label

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“This is the most special and beautiful thing that anyone has ever done for me. Fadi has such an incredible talent, everybody needs to know about what’s happening here, everybody needs to know about Fadi, I’m blown away with my poem!”

- Risa Kostis

CEO and Co-Founder of The Rescue Kit Company and Ristyle Consulting

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“So talented. Fadi did a beautiful job poetically describing the Japanese Garden and we appreciated it very much!”

- Reiko Yasui Reavis

Executive Director Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix

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“You are so talented Fadi! Your poems literally made my heart melt.”

- Jenny Hall

Founder / Designer of Henny and Coco Kids Fashion Brand and Curv Body Lounge

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“Your poem was so heart-felt and brought tears and emotion to my heart. I can't thank you enough for hitting the nail on the head with this one-it's sentimental, loving, and will bring back joyous memories for my grandfather to relive!”

- Elisa De Leon

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“I’m obsessed. I love this poem thank you so much Fadi!”

- Hailey Viterbo

Founder of Blended Skincare Based out of Scottsdale, Arizona

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“This is poem is so cool! I can’t wait to give it to my fiancé.”

- Kell Duncan

Founder of The Churchill PHX

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“True to his Babylonian-Aramaic ancestry, Fadi writes from the perspective of one whose life is shrouded in both history and mystery. Fadi's observations about life and the beauty of love are a welcome repose to the hurried pace in which most of us find ourselves."

- Joyce Coronel

Journalist and Author

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“Fadi’s writings in Bending Serendipity are as the philosopher who does not scream, but speaks softly so that we gather quietly to hear his words.”

- Maureen Brennan

Founder and Executive Director of  Cite' des Arts

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“Fadi has a way of looking into the soul of a person and knowing what words to elegantly string together to touch their spirit. Friends, family and I have all been on the receiving end of feeling seen and encouraged through Fadi's words. He has a gift, which he shares by blessing others through one of a kind poems.”

- Mariah Swigart

Digital Content Creator

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"Fadi!!

So wonderful to meet you. I enjoyed our spirited conversation and admire your spontaneity! Not only do you write poetry, you have solid self regulating composure skills! Everyone at the Jams & Gelato event loved you and your words!

I’ve re-read my poem several times ... appreciating it more with each pass. You really pay attention ... and that is a rare gift my friend."

- Sharon Narduzzi

Director of Wellness for Silverleaf Golf Club / Author and Speaker

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“Fadi is a brilliant poet with a beautiful heart. He creates magic every Wednesday night at our Restaurant. You literally can see the patron’s faces light up and tears flow as they absorb every word of his poetry. Everyone who witnesses Fadi’s art feels like they are part of something amazing; a serendipitous event.”

- Rebecca Golden

Owner of Lovecraft Ale House / Wine Bar and Restaurant

“We absolutely love having you here at our Holiday Events! Thank you Fadi!”

- Christina Calhoun

Marketing Director At Scottsdale Quarter

“It was an honor to take your poem with me to space! Can’t tell you how much I appreciate this, I’m forever grateful. I LOVE your poem!”

- Dr. Sian Proctor

American Astronaut / Geoscientist / Mission Specialist Of The World’s First All-Civilian Space Flight

“I just read my poem again, I LOVE IT. It gets better every time! Thank you so much.”

- Sadhna Bokhiria

World Renown Gelotologist / Public Speaker / Host of LeaderVoices Podcast