Give Me a Fragment: Glimpses into Motherhood, Depression, and Hope

by Cheryl Seely Savage

"Give Me a Fragment" is a collection of poetry focused upon the author's own experiences with depression and her path to healing. Written over the course of ten years, this small collection inspires mothers to find their own fragments of hope and healing, even while still living in the struggles of parenthood and mental illness.

37 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 24, 2019

About the author

Cheryl Seely Savage is a professional musician, piano teacher, and mother of eight. She has three published poetry collections: “Give Me a Fragment,” “Carve a Place for Me,” and “We Have Time.” She was shortlisted for the 2022 Lascaux Prize in Poetry and will be published in the Fall 2023 issue of “Exponent II.” Her work was the focus of “A Million Ways,” a four-movement musical composition commissioned by the Égide Duo and composed by Dr. Alyssa Morris. It premiered on July 6, 2023 in Denver, CO.
When Cheryl isn’t writing, she’s performing, traveling, reading, teaching piano lessons, dreaming, scheming, and managing chaos! Cheryl and her family currently reside in the Flint Hills of Kansas.

Reviews

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Reflective Triumph of Words

This is a short but powerful read. There is everything here that one looks for in poetry, including a variety of styles and cadences. The author’s reflections on mental illness, motherhood, and marriage are achingly accurate, as well. As a married mother in a house full of mood disorders, every word resonated with me. At the same time, these are words that are relatable to any and all of us, regardless of our circumstances. There is a longing expressed in these words, one that we all feel; the longing to know, without doubt, that we are worthy. This is a treasure you will read again and again.

[Paige Aletti · Rating 5 out of 5]

A small little poetry book that sends you thinking. Absolutely beautiful poems. Definitely worth reading.

[B.B. Nickell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I related so much to these poems! How motherhood can be joyous, depressing, messy and even hopeful! Even how marriage can make the low times better. Loved it!