Phil gets the emotional foundations of his poetry from his varied life experiences as an educator, contractor, entrepreneur, and businessman through the disappointments and joys of everyday life, including of course, love.” “....True and high regard for his words, his sentiments and very direct, original voice.” —Bree, Editor, Green Panda Press “ Sometimes saintly, sometimes naughty, Phil describes what we all have felt at one time or another.” —Ola, President, G & O Inc. “The language of Phil’s poetry tumbles over itself like a pebbly mountain stream, both playful and refreshing.” —Phyllis B., Cleveland