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itty bits vol. 2
A volume 1 of anything usually eludes that there will be a volume 2. In itty bits vol. 1, a world of microscopic fragments that tie together our meaningful existence were both explored and amplified. In this sequel, you won't necessarily find twice as much material, but you'll see a further clarified understanding of the little things and how they apply to each one of our own personal situations. Some you'll be able to relate to. Others will be a distant memory of the not-so-forgotten past. A few might even make you laugh out loud. The important take away from this tiny, Lego piece constructed series is that we all are able to find joy in the most minute of elements. That's why they were put there in the first place. The itty bits are meant to fill in the gaps and adjoin any furthering, festering cracks.
89 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 7, 2019
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November 21, 2019
Keegan returns with this splendid sequence to itty bits vol. 1 as he blends quirky with inventive and unique.
A short collection of poems and blurb, the book gives Keegan endless opportunities to reflect his thoughts on celebration of life as he hopscotches through short yet poignant moments (The world is full of so many half-smiles that they even invented an emoji for it… writes Keegan in “We’re Nearly There, Hold Tight”). “Daydreams Beneath the Flowers” conveys Keegan’s keen wit and clever thoughts as he humorously depicts a guy’s plight after marriage and kids.
Keegan’s word choices are both inventive and witty as he conveys aftereffects of infatuation in “Send Lawyers, Guns, and a Restraining Order”. “Rook Took Snook Crook,” portrays a book lover’s addiction while humorous and clever “Many Hands Maintain a Home,” depicts the pleasures of a long relationship along with its tensions. In “Oddities of the Standard,” Keegan ponders on how being weird is the new normal. In “Can It really Be That Damn Important,” Keegan muses about phone addiction while driving. The simplest occurrence (a coffee addict’s glee at getting morning coffee) is turned into a profound moment in “Some Coffee for Your Book Table”.
Most poems are written in a free verse style that suits their subtle reflective nature (“A is for Awesome”). Keegan’s unique blend of poetry will not only interest those more familiar with his earlier work but also readers looking for a short, gleeful collection of sardonic verses.
A fabulous book!
A short collection of poems and blurb, the book gives Keegan endless opportunities to reflect his thoughts on celebration of life as he hopscotches through short yet poignant moments (The world is full of so many half-smiles that they even invented an emoji for it… writes Keegan in “We’re Nearly There, Hold Tight”). “Daydreams Beneath the Flowers” conveys Keegan’s keen wit and clever thoughts as he humorously depicts a guy’s plight after marriage and kids.
Keegan’s word choices are both inventive and witty as he conveys aftereffects of infatuation in “Send Lawyers, Guns, and a Restraining Order”. “Rook Took Snook Crook,” portrays a book lover’s addiction while humorous and clever “Many Hands Maintain a Home,” depicts the pleasures of a long relationship along with its tensions. In “Oddities of the Standard,” Keegan ponders on how being weird is the new normal. In “Can It really Be That Damn Important,” Keegan muses about phone addiction while driving. The simplest occurrence (a coffee addict’s glee at getting morning coffee) is turned into a profound moment in “Some Coffee for Your Book Table”.
Most poems are written in a free verse style that suits their subtle reflective nature (“A is for Awesome”). Keegan’s unique blend of poetry will not only interest those more familiar with his earlier work but also readers looking for a short, gleeful collection of sardonic verses.
A fabulous book!
January 31, 2020
Eric Keegan's latest chapbook of poetry and "blurbs" was a fun and delightful little read. I thoroughly enjoyed his preface/introduction:
"The little things mean plenty, and what keeps those things from growing too big for their own proverbial britches, well… I guess that’s just something we need to sort out for ourselves.” Eric Keegan, itty bits, vol. 2
I like how he took the mundane, everyday stuff and turned them into something funny or introspective and beautiful. This is a lovely little read to amuse you and come back to for reflection and pleasure.
Some of my favorite poems included: Motivization, Sewn Singularity, At Moonfall, Stuck in the Middle with Cashew (I can relate!), Cloud Puff and the Next Fluff, Youthful Reflection, Many Hands Maintain a Home, Oddities of the Standard and A is for Awesome.
Check this "itty bitty" collection out!
"The little things mean plenty, and what keeps those things from growing too big for their own proverbial britches, well… I guess that’s just something we need to sort out for ourselves.” Eric Keegan, itty bits, vol. 2
I like how he took the mundane, everyday stuff and turned them into something funny or introspective and beautiful. This is a lovely little read to amuse you and come back to for reflection and pleasure.
Some of my favorite poems included: Motivization, Sewn Singularity, At Moonfall, Stuck in the Middle with Cashew (I can relate!), Cloud Puff and the Next Fluff, Youthful Reflection, Many Hands Maintain a Home, Oddities of the Standard and A is for Awesome.
Check this "itty bitty" collection out!
December 28, 2019
Quick, fun read. I enjoy the author's quirky, minimalist style.
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