the goodreads giveaway has done well, surpassed my expectations. progress seems slow on gaining fan bases and readers. but as much as I love "many shades" as my debut collection, it still feels a stepping stone to this second collected works. but I'm sorry. there's some in it that will rake on folks' nerves and religious trainings too.

I try to remember to say my prayer before I write for the coming collection, but even so, what oft comes out still carries dark tones and shades. as much as it bother's some folk, dark side is where I oft walk.

come walk with me, he said, let's see
where the journey takes us
and hold my hand; it may get dark;
let's walk without a fuss.