Publisher's Synopsis
This collection of poetry is a journey through the labyrinth of the human heart, where each poem is a step, a breath, a whisper. It's about the battles fought in silence-mental illnesses that weigh heavily on the soul, the heartache of estrangement from those once closest, and the grief of loss that never fully heals. Yet, within the sorrow, there's an undeniable thread of love, a force that both nurtures and scars. Love for the ones we've lost, love for the animals who become our closest companions, love for the broken parts of ourselves we learn to embrace, and ultimately, love found again after pain.
The poems within these pages explore the complexities of these emotions, often in the quietest of moments-whether it's the soothing comfort of a dog curled at your feet, the gentle purr of a cat seeking affection, or the inquisitive nature of a bearded dragon basking in the warmth of the sun. Animals, in their unconditional love, offer a glimpse of peace and solace when human connections falter. They are both a balm for the wounds we carry and a reminder that there's beauty even in the chaos of life.
There is also a quiet hope threaded through these words-the possibility of love found again, even after it's been lost. After trauma, after heartbreak, after the endless ache of loneliness, there can still be a place to begin anew. This book is for those who've felt the sting of loss but still believe, deep within, that love is possible again. It's for those who have learned that healing comes not only in the absence of pain, but in the return of warmth, of connection, and the gentle unfolding of a heart that dares to trust again.
This book is not just a collection of verses; it's a testament to resilience, to the strength it takes to keep going when the weight of the world feels unbearable. It's for those who have ever felt misunderstood, for the ones who have lost their way but found comfort in the eyes of a pet, for those who have loved and lost, and for the broken souls still searching for healing and love once more.
I invite you to read with an open heart and to embrace the words that speak not only to the mind but to the spirit-whether it's in the laughter, the tears, or the quiet moments of understanding between us all.
