Author: Madalin Michael
Publisher: Madalin Michael
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
đ Author's Introduction: Navigating the Depths of the Mind Welcome to a journey that transcends the ordinary and ventures into the extraordinary landscape of the human experience. My journey as an author began in the shadows of depression and anxiety, where I unraveled the complexities of the human psyche. Through introspection and the transformative power of poetry, I found my way out of the labyrinth of my own mind, offering readers a unique path toward understanding and healing. Join me in "Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the Depths of the Soul" as we explore the profound interplay of emotions, confront darkness, and illuminate it with introspective verse, ultimately embarking on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. đ Author's Introduction: Unlocking the Depths of the Mind Imagine diving into the uncharted waters of the human psyche, exploring the hidden caverns of the soul, and deciphering the cryptic language of emotions. That's where my journey as an author truly began - not in the light, but in the shadowy depths of depression and anxiety. For years, I found myself entangled in the intricate web of these two formidable adversaries, trapped in a relentless struggle to understand the whispers of my own mind. It was a labyrinthine voyage, where darkness held hands with despair, and anxiety painted intricate mazes of doubt. But within this labyrinth, I discovered the power of introspection and the healing magic of words. I learned that the emotions that once seemed like turbulent storms could be transformed into poetry, each verse a lifeboat navigating the tumultuous sea of the soul. These poems became my lifeline, a way to navigate the treacherous waters of my own thoughts, and ultimately, a path toward the light. Through this book, "Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the Depths of the Soul," I invite you to join me on this unique journey. It's a journey that transcends the ordinary and ventures into the extraordinary landscape of the human experience. Together, we will explore the intricate interplay of emotions, confront the darkness within, and illuminate it with the poetic power of introspection. As you turn the pages, you'll discover not only the depths of my own struggles but also the resilience of the human spirit. It is my hope that these words will resonate with you, offer solace in your own moments of darkness, and inspire you to confront and conquer the emotional maelstrom within. đ What you will find in this book: đ đ Discover the Emotional Universe: As if traveling through a cosmos of feelings, you will explore the depths and heights of human emotions, uniquely revealing how complex the experience of anxiety and depression can be. đŚ Verses Like Feathers of a Bird: Poems are like the feathers of a bird flying deep into the soul, enveloping you in the beauty and grace of words. Each verse will gently carry you through a range of emotions. đ The Theater of Human Emotions: This book is a theater of human emotions, with dramatic acts of anxiety and depression, as well as moments of light and transformation. You will feel like you are on stage, experiencing every word. đ§ Navigating the Rolling Waves of Healing: Words and verses will guide you through a tumultuous navigation of inner healing, offering you tools to find your balance and peace. đď¸ Returning to Self: In the middle of the book, you will discover that poetry can be a means of returning to oneself, of rediscovering authenticity, and of deep connection with your own essence.
Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the depths of the soul
Author: Madalin Michael
Publisher: Madalin Michael
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
đ Author's Introduction: Navigating the Depths of the Mind Welcome to a journey that transcends the ordinary and ventures into the extraordinary landscape of the human experience. My journey as an author began in the shadows of depression and anxiety, where I unraveled the complexities of the human psyche. Through introspection and the transformative power of poetry, I found my way out of the labyrinth of my own mind, offering readers a unique path toward understanding and healing. Join me in "Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the Depths of the Soul" as we explore the profound interplay of emotions, confront darkness, and illuminate it with introspective verse, ultimately embarking on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. đ Author's Introduction: Unlocking the Depths of the Mind Imagine diving into the uncharted waters of the human psyche, exploring the hidden caverns of the soul, and deciphering the cryptic language of emotions. That's where my journey as an author truly began - not in the light, but in the shadowy depths of depression and anxiety. For years, I found myself entangled in the intricate web of these two formidable adversaries, trapped in a relentless struggle to understand the whispers of my own mind. It was a labyrinthine voyage, where darkness held hands with despair, and anxiety painted intricate mazes of doubt. But within this labyrinth, I discovered the power of introspection and the healing magic of words. I learned that the emotions that once seemed like turbulent storms could be transformed into poetry, each verse a lifeboat navigating the tumultuous sea of the soul. These poems became my lifeline, a way to navigate the treacherous waters of my own thoughts, and ultimately, a path toward the light. Through this book, "Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the Depths of the Soul," I invite you to join me on this unique journey. It's a journey that transcends the ordinary and ventures into the extraordinary landscape of the human experience. Together, we will explore the intricate interplay of emotions, confront the darkness within, and illuminate it with the poetic power of introspection. As you turn the pages, you'll discover not only the depths of my own struggles but also the resilience of the human spirit. It is my hope that these words will resonate with you, offer solace in your own moments of darkness, and inspire you to confront and conquer the emotional maelstrom within. đ What you will find in this book: đ đ Discover the Emotional Universe: As if traveling through a cosmos of feelings, you will explore the depths and heights of human emotions, uniquely revealing how complex the experience of anxiety and depression can be. đŚ Verses Like Feathers of a Bird: Poems are like the feathers of a bird flying deep into the soul, enveloping you in the beauty and grace of words. Each verse will gently carry you through a range of emotions. đ The Theater of Human Emotions: This book is a theater of human emotions, with dramatic acts of anxiety and depression, as well as moments of light and transformation. You will feel like you are on stage, experiencing every word. đ§ Navigating the Rolling Waves of Healing: Words and verses will guide you through a tumultuous navigation of inner healing, offering you tools to find your balance and peace. đď¸ Returning to Self: In the middle of the book, you will discover that poetry can be a means of returning to oneself, of rediscovering authenticity, and of deep connection with your own essence.
Publisher: Madalin Michael
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
đ Author's Introduction: Navigating the Depths of the Mind Welcome to a journey that transcends the ordinary and ventures into the extraordinary landscape of the human experience. My journey as an author began in the shadows of depression and anxiety, where I unraveled the complexities of the human psyche. Through introspection and the transformative power of poetry, I found my way out of the labyrinth of my own mind, offering readers a unique path toward understanding and healing. Join me in "Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the Depths of the Soul" as we explore the profound interplay of emotions, confront darkness, and illuminate it with introspective verse, ultimately embarking on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. đ Author's Introduction: Unlocking the Depths of the Mind Imagine diving into the uncharted waters of the human psyche, exploring the hidden caverns of the soul, and deciphering the cryptic language of emotions. That's where my journey as an author truly began - not in the light, but in the shadowy depths of depression and anxiety. For years, I found myself entangled in the intricate web of these two formidable adversaries, trapped in a relentless struggle to understand the whispers of my own mind. It was a labyrinthine voyage, where darkness held hands with despair, and anxiety painted intricate mazes of doubt. But within this labyrinth, I discovered the power of introspection and the healing magic of words. I learned that the emotions that once seemed like turbulent storms could be transformed into poetry, each verse a lifeboat navigating the tumultuous sea of the soul. These poems became my lifeline, a way to navigate the treacherous waters of my own thoughts, and ultimately, a path toward the light. Through this book, "Anxiety and Depression: Poems from the Depths of the Soul," I invite you to join me on this unique journey. It's a journey that transcends the ordinary and ventures into the extraordinary landscape of the human experience. Together, we will explore the intricate interplay of emotions, confront the darkness within, and illuminate it with the poetic power of introspection. As you turn the pages, you'll discover not only the depths of my own struggles but also the resilience of the human spirit. It is my hope that these words will resonate with you, offer solace in your own moments of darkness, and inspire you to confront and conquer the emotional maelstrom within. đ What you will find in this book: đ đ Discover the Emotional Universe: As if traveling through a cosmos of feelings, you will explore the depths and heights of human emotions, uniquely revealing how complex the experience of anxiety and depression can be. đŚ Verses Like Feathers of a Bird: Poems are like the feathers of a bird flying deep into the soul, enveloping you in the beauty and grace of words. Each verse will gently carry you through a range of emotions. đ The Theater of Human Emotions: This book is a theater of human emotions, with dramatic acts of anxiety and depression, as well as moments of light and transformation. You will feel like you are on stage, experiencing every word. đ§ Navigating the Rolling Waves of Healing: Words and verses will guide you through a tumultuous navigation of inner healing, offering you tools to find your balance and peace. đď¸ Returning to Self: In the middle of the book, you will discover that poetry can be a means of returning to oneself, of rediscovering authenticity, and of deep connection with your own essence.
Poems of Healing
Author: Karl Kirchwey
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 1101908254
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
A remarkable Pocket Poets anthology of poems from around the world and across the centuries about illness and healing, both physical and spiritual. From ancient Greece and Rome up to the present moment, poets have responded with sensitivity and insight to the troubles of the human body and mind. Poems of Healing gathers a treasury of such poems, tracing the many possible journeys of physical and spiritual illness, injury, and recovery, from John Donneâs âHymne to God My God, In My Sicknesseâ and Emily Dickinsonâs âThe Soul has Bandaged momentsâ to Eavan Bolandâs âAnorexic,â from W.H. Audenâs âMiss Geeâ to Lucille Cliftonâs âCancer,â and from D.H. Lawrenceâs âThe Ship of Deathâ to Rafael Campoâs âAntidoteâ and Seamus Heaneyâs âMiracle.â Here are poems from around the world, by Sappho, Milton, Baudelaire, Longfellow, Cavafy, and Omar Khayyam; by Stevens, Lowell, and Plath; by Zbigniew Herbert, Louise Bogan, Yehuda Amichai, Mark Strand, and Natalia Toledo. Messages of hope in the midst of painâin such moving poems as Adam Zagajewskiâs âTry to Praise the Mutilated World,â George Herbertâs âThe Flower,â WisĹawa Szymborskaâs âThe End and the Beginning,â Gwendolyn Brooksâ âwhen you have forgotten Sunday: the love storyâ and Stevie Smithâs âAway, Melancholyââmake this the perfect gift to accompany anyone on a journey of healing. Everyman's Library pursues the highest production standards, printing on acid-free cream-colored paper, with full-cloth cases with two-color foil stamping, decorative endpapers, silk ribbon markers, European-style half-round spines, and a full-color illustrated jacket.
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 1101908254
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
A remarkable Pocket Poets anthology of poems from around the world and across the centuries about illness and healing, both physical and spiritual. From ancient Greece and Rome up to the present moment, poets have responded with sensitivity and insight to the troubles of the human body and mind. Poems of Healing gathers a treasury of such poems, tracing the many possible journeys of physical and spiritual illness, injury, and recovery, from John Donneâs âHymne to God My God, In My Sicknesseâ and Emily Dickinsonâs âThe Soul has Bandaged momentsâ to Eavan Bolandâs âAnorexic,â from W.H. Audenâs âMiss Geeâ to Lucille Cliftonâs âCancer,â and from D.H. Lawrenceâs âThe Ship of Deathâ to Rafael Campoâs âAntidoteâ and Seamus Heaneyâs âMiracle.â Here are poems from around the world, by Sappho, Milton, Baudelaire, Longfellow, Cavafy, and Omar Khayyam; by Stevens, Lowell, and Plath; by Zbigniew Herbert, Louise Bogan, Yehuda Amichai, Mark Strand, and Natalia Toledo. Messages of hope in the midst of painâin such moving poems as Adam Zagajewskiâs âTry to Praise the Mutilated World,â George Herbertâs âThe Flower,â WisĹawa Szymborskaâs âThe End and the Beginning,â Gwendolyn Brooksâ âwhen you have forgotten Sunday: the love storyâ and Stevie Smithâs âAway, Melancholyââmake this the perfect gift to accompany anyone on a journey of healing. Everyman's Library pursues the highest production standards, printing on acid-free cream-colored paper, with full-cloth cases with two-color foil stamping, decorative endpapers, silk ribbon markers, European-style half-round spines, and a full-color illustrated jacket.
Poems of Feeling
Author: Alexander Winton Buchan
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
The Birth of All Things
Author: Marcus Amaker
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781734673708
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
"Masculinity doesn't have to be toxic, but some men choose to put poison on their tongue ..." The Birth Of All Things is an eclectic mix of poems from Marcus Amaker, the first Poet Laureate of Charleston, SC.This personal collection delivers poems about a wide range of topics: life as a new dad, racism in America, Bjork, anxiety, Star Wars, masculinity, pandemics, black music, history, and more. Amaker is an award-winning graphic designer, musician, and performance poet. The Birth Of All Things is the sum of all of his talents.The book features an original illustration from Florida artist Nick Davis.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781734673708
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
"Masculinity doesn't have to be toxic, but some men choose to put poison on their tongue ..." The Birth Of All Things is an eclectic mix of poems from Marcus Amaker, the first Poet Laureate of Charleston, SC.This personal collection delivers poems about a wide range of topics: life as a new dad, racism in America, Bjork, anxiety, Star Wars, masculinity, pandemics, black music, history, and more. Amaker is an award-winning graphic designer, musician, and performance poet. The Birth Of All Things is the sum of all of his talents.The book features an original illustration from Florida artist Nick Davis.
Swimming Lessons
Author: Lili Reinhart
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1250261767
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Instant New York Times Bestseller The debut collection of poetry from Lili Reinhart, the actress and outspoken advocate for mental health awareness and body positivity. I seem to be your new favorite novel. One that keeps you up at night, turning my pages. Fingers lingering on me so you donât lose your place. Swimming Lessons explores the euphoric beginnings of young love, battling anxiety and depression in the face of fame, and the inevitable heartbreak that stems from passion. Relatable yet deeply intimate, provocative yet comforting, bite-sized yet profound, Lili's poems reflect her trademark honesty and unique perspective. Accompanied by striking and evocative illustrations, Swimming Lessons reveals the depths of female experience, and is the work of a storyteller who is coming into her own.
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1250261767
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Instant New York Times Bestseller The debut collection of poetry from Lili Reinhart, the actress and outspoken advocate for mental health awareness and body positivity. I seem to be your new favorite novel. One that keeps you up at night, turning my pages. Fingers lingering on me so you donât lose your place. Swimming Lessons explores the euphoric beginnings of young love, battling anxiety and depression in the face of fame, and the inevitable heartbreak that stems from passion. Relatable yet deeply intimate, provocative yet comforting, bite-sized yet profound, Lili's poems reflect her trademark honesty and unique perspective. Accompanied by striking and evocative illustrations, Swimming Lessons reveals the depths of female experience, and is the work of a storyteller who is coming into her own.
The Wisdom of Walt Whitman
Author: Walt Whitman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
A Hope-Line IF Suicide Runs Through the Mind Book of Poems
Author: Renee Drummond-Brown
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
A Hope-Line IF Suicide Runs Through the Mind Book of Poems, builds a bridge for people who experience anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Depression has no respect of person, place or things, and can affect any race, age, social class, and/or sexual orientation. Signs and behaviors are often missed, therefore, it's extremely important to lend an ear, and listen for silent cries. This poetry book aims to go out to the deep-end, letting our love-ones know that we are all in the same boat, and if, truth be told, several others have experienced those same thoughts. Transparency and communication are key when building trust, therefore, these poems are prescribed by a poet who truly cares. It's not about me, myself, and I, it's about us, we, and our togetherness to make a difference.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
A Hope-Line IF Suicide Runs Through the Mind Book of Poems, builds a bridge for people who experience anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Depression has no respect of person, place or things, and can affect any race, age, social class, and/or sexual orientation. Signs and behaviors are often missed, therefore, it's extremely important to lend an ear, and listen for silent cries. This poetry book aims to go out to the deep-end, letting our love-ones know that we are all in the same boat, and if, truth be told, several others have experienced those same thoughts. Transparency and communication are key when building trust, therefore, these poems are prescribed by a poet who truly cares. It's not about me, myself, and I, it's about us, we, and our togetherness to make a difference.
The Poetry Remedy
Author: William Sieghart
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525561099
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
The US edition of the bestselling The Poetry Pharmacy A beautiful collection of curated poems each individually selected to provide hope, comfort, and inspirationâfor all of life's most difficult moments Sometimes only a poem will do. These poetic prescriptions and wise words of advice are tailored to those moments in life when we need them most, from general glumness to news overload, and from infatuation to losing the spark. Whatever youâre facing, there is a poem in these pages that will do the trick. This pocket-size companion presents the most essential fixes in William Sieghartâs poetic dispensaryâthose that, again and again, have shown themselves to hit the spot. Whether you are suffering from loneliness, lack of courage, heartbreak, hopelessness, or even an excess of egoâor whether you are seeking hope, comfort, inspiration, or excitementâThe Poetry Remedy will provide just the poem you need in that moment.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525561099
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
The US edition of the bestselling The Poetry Pharmacy A beautiful collection of curated poems each individually selected to provide hope, comfort, and inspirationâfor all of life's most difficult moments Sometimes only a poem will do. These poetic prescriptions and wise words of advice are tailored to those moments in life when we need them most, from general glumness to news overload, and from infatuation to losing the spark. Whatever youâre facing, there is a poem in these pages that will do the trick. This pocket-size companion presents the most essential fixes in William Sieghartâs poetic dispensaryâthose that, again and again, have shown themselves to hit the spot. Whether you are suffering from loneliness, lack of courage, heartbreak, hopelessness, or even an excess of egoâor whether you are seeking hope, comfort, inspiration, or excitementâThe Poetry Remedy will provide just the poem you need in that moment.
I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die
Author: Sarah J. Robinson
Publisher: WaterBrook
ISBN: 0593193539
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days âA one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.ââKay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesnât cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to âchoose joyâ and âpray more.â So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, youâre left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But thereâs hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesnât look like what you expect.
Publisher: WaterBrook
ISBN: 0593193539
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days âA one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.ââKay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesnât cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to âchoose joyâ and âpray more.â So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, youâre left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But thereâs hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesnât look like what you expect.
Anatomy of a Poet
Author: C. J. Heck
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781481876520
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Poetry can be daunting and hard to understand, but it doesn't have to be. I feel a poet has an obligation to write in a way that everyone can understand. Poems should flow softly through a poet's words, their meanings gently caressing the heart and mind of its reader. If a poem comes from the heart, it will reach other hearts, and this is what I've tried to do with the poetry in "Anatomy of a Poet." CJ Heck "Like a rose with many petals and sharing its sweet aroma, this is how I see and feel about the love of my life, CJ Heck. She is my electric blue-eyed girl. She can be both a little girl, or a strong woman, whenever and wherever the situation calls for it. She is both sensuous and exciting, and soft and affectionate. Tragedy struck her life early with the death of her husband in Vietnam. This experience laid open the very core of her heart and soul and opened the channel to a well of compassion and sensitivity that waited deep within. Her pain was the fertilizer that helped her bloom as a writer. CJ's poetry is not a surface observation, but a soulful interpretation of the events and people that inspired her. She writes both eloquently and simply of things that touch her heart, things she wants to share. She is gifted at painting a picture with words on the heart and imagination of others, thereby communicating not just an image, but a life experience. I feel very honored to have been asked to write this introduction and share my feelings about CJ Heck. She is the water for my soil, the sunlight for my petals and the nurturer of my growth. Sit back, open your heart and enjoy the journey as revealed through her words, images and emotions. You are blessed by this opportunity to know her in words, as I know her in life." Robert S. Cosmar, Author "This is my kind of poetry. Direct, beautifully expressed and without a hint of pretension." Allison Cassidy "CJ is predominately viewed as a writer of works for children, but CJ now carries over her approach to more adult themes. In doing so, she presents a profound world that is deeply sad, incredibly humorous and sometimes very intimate." Joseph Daly "I love learning new words, especially when they are explained with such diaphanous clarity. Whether she talks of love, children, life, or any other subject, CJ's words are always clear and harmonious. She makes us forget that easy to read is hard to write." Marc Mimouni (London, United Kingdom) "CJ Heck is a very talented author. Her words are enlightening and charismatic to people of all ages. It is a privilege and honor to read her prolific pen." Janet Caldwell (Managing Editor, Inner Child Magazine
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781481876520
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Poetry can be daunting and hard to understand, but it doesn't have to be. I feel a poet has an obligation to write in a way that everyone can understand. Poems should flow softly through a poet's words, their meanings gently caressing the heart and mind of its reader. If a poem comes from the heart, it will reach other hearts, and this is what I've tried to do with the poetry in "Anatomy of a Poet." CJ Heck "Like a rose with many petals and sharing its sweet aroma, this is how I see and feel about the love of my life, CJ Heck. She is my electric blue-eyed girl. She can be both a little girl, or a strong woman, whenever and wherever the situation calls for it. She is both sensuous and exciting, and soft and affectionate. Tragedy struck her life early with the death of her husband in Vietnam. This experience laid open the very core of her heart and soul and opened the channel to a well of compassion and sensitivity that waited deep within. Her pain was the fertilizer that helped her bloom as a writer. CJ's poetry is not a surface observation, but a soulful interpretation of the events and people that inspired her. She writes both eloquently and simply of things that touch her heart, things she wants to share. She is gifted at painting a picture with words on the heart and imagination of others, thereby communicating not just an image, but a life experience. I feel very honored to have been asked to write this introduction and share my feelings about CJ Heck. She is the water for my soil, the sunlight for my petals and the nurturer of my growth. Sit back, open your heart and enjoy the journey as revealed through her words, images and emotions. You are blessed by this opportunity to know her in words, as I know her in life." Robert S. Cosmar, Author "This is my kind of poetry. Direct, beautifully expressed and without a hint of pretension." Allison Cassidy "CJ is predominately viewed as a writer of works for children, but CJ now carries over her approach to more adult themes. In doing so, she presents a profound world that is deeply sad, incredibly humorous and sometimes very intimate." Joseph Daly "I love learning new words, especially when they are explained with such diaphanous clarity. Whether she talks of love, children, life, or any other subject, CJ's words are always clear and harmonious. She makes us forget that easy to read is hard to write." Marc Mimouni (London, United Kingdom) "CJ Heck is a very talented author. Her words are enlightening and charismatic to people of all ages. It is a privilege and honor to read her prolific pen." Janet Caldwell (Managing Editor, Inner Child Magazine