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between now and then
even if it's nothing
is sometimes enough."
This quiet, meditative poetry collection celebrates the landscapes, the people, and the memories that create memories and importance in one's life. Each poem is written with an affectionate tone towards its subject. Poems like "Kay" are as detailed as a beautifully snapped photograph or an attentively detailed painting. Other poems like "Footsteps" possess a deep romanticism. "New South Wales" captures the emotion and sentimentality that a well-loved, often-visited place can hold, no matter how many times one visits it. "The Stranger" reminds the book's audience about being kind and compassionate towards others, even when one does not yet know the other person's intentions. These poems possess valuable lessons about embracing life, remaining a keen observer, and respecting what each moment—good or bad—has to offer one's existence.
Deepening the collection's romantic and philosophical undertones are the portraits, photographs, and sketches between many of the poems. Many of the pieces are haunting and thought-provoking. The incorporation of the artwork facilitates the poetry. It also shows the important connections art and literature have with one another. Thus, this book is in itself a celebration of the arts and the humanities. Most of all, it is a celebration of life. Each poem possesses its own personality, and with that personality, its own philosophical take on life, love, place, and existence. This is an intimate, thoughtful poetry collection, perfect for seasoned poetry readers as well as for those new to the genre. It will not only inspire its audience to return to its verses again and again, but also embark on their own poetry-writing journey, because it shows that poetry is a necessity for a well-lived, fulfilled life.
RECOMMENDED by the US Review