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Open this book to any poem,
and read what is there.
You will know
if this book
is for you.
infinite possibilities

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Sample pages from the book

List of poems


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Some comments from the author

Now, that the book has been available for over four years, some interesting observations have been made. 

The randomness test, or as I call it, "the taste test", is so appropriate.  You can tell from opening this book to any poem and reading what is there, whether this is book is for you.  It is clear that this book is not for everyone, as is the case with any book.  It is also clear that if you like what you read, you will love the book.

Another interesting observation is what I will call a "snapshot of your life".  By opening this book to any poem and reading what is there, and repeating it two more times (three in total), it has been found that you get a snapshot of where you are in your life.  Did I know this, when I created the book?  Certainly not!  Does it work for everyone?  So far, yes!  Of course, you could be the exception.

Does the book have the answers for you?  No! It does give you some suggestions and thoughts that may help you on your own journey in life.

Is this book for you?  Only one way to find out! Open it to any poem and read what is there!


 
Readers' Comments

It was so precious moment to take the book, as a long waited child, it reflects the years of your life, the thoughts and sincere heartfelt words, sometimes joking, sometimes teaching, sometimes just feeling. You are HONEST, this is the key to touch the hearts of human, especially nowadays, when the people are starving for the TRUTH and PURITY.
Hasmik

Voiced thoughts often left unsaid, simple thoughts that need to be in print.
Peter

A nod and a smile is an essential addition to every book lovers collection. A small but uplifting collection of very readable poems that really help you get through the day to day humdrum of life. Keep it on your bedside table as you will find that you need to delve into it's pages often. The poems are wonderful the first time you read them but return to them again and again and you will find that after each reading they leave you thinking, wondering and appreciating that others have and do feel and experience the ups and downs of life just like yourself. The book is a wonderful daily tonic to keep you positive about life.
Anne

While being genuinely interested in hearing more about your writing passion Gary, I was unsure that I would find your book particularly engaging or relevant to me as I am not really into sentimentality or touchy-feely stuff. As I started flicking through the book though, I quickly found plenty of poems that I could relate to either from past experiences or my current situation, and it was engaging to see these topics explored with such honesty and insight.  They certainly do provoke thought and a positive outlook for the future. The title of the book is definitely appropriate!  So thanks for sharing your poems Gary, and I wish you well on the rest of your journey.
Jason
 

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