Longer Ago

Author's Note: I think it is amazing that I have a book out. There was no sign of my being a poet in any of my schooling especially in the free world. I flunked all of my English and language classes and did not pick up reading until I lost my physical freedom. I became a student in life learning whatever I could seeking out new things to know and do. This led to my meeting some splendid people and to reading and studying some fascinating books. I gained a love and appreciation for the arts for language and for English. One must love and be love to be real - to walk in your own shoes. I offer these poems of realness with an open heart mind and soul. I hope this book inspires you to be you and to walk in your own realness - to stay real forever glowing and growing.