N i c e

This book is a collection of poems about moments in my life that encouraged a response. They may suggest things to you about who I am or the things that I have done in my life. However, that may not be what they are asking or suggesting. Poetry became an outlet for emotions I had no other avenue to let go of. My poetry is a string of words and framing to release these emotions. In a way these poems make no coherent thought, and yet in other ways they shout a clear feeling. My wish is that this small book sits on your shelves for generations; that you open it and meditate upon one poem, read them on Sundays, read them to someone you love, and read them with your best friend. I am grateful to you that you read them.