Whispers: Collection of Light, Contemporary Poetry (Contemporary Poetry Collection)

by Amanda Gatton

Whispers is a poetry book, a collection of art and poetry writing of a light, whimsical nature. Poems included are, Today, Reason, Waiting, Shiny’s Song, Always, Goodbye, Driving, Make a Wish and Blow, Lovely Days, Wedding Song, The Day Before, Let in the Light, You Believe, New Day, Show Me, Understand, Baby, I Love You, Daughter, Raining Leaves, Guitar Pickin’ Man, My Love, and Memories the Sunshine Brings. Here is an excerpt of a poem from "Whispers" entitled, "Memories the Sunshine Brings." When I see the sun, I remember her The way she loved to languish in the warmth, Show her skin to the light. Darker hours made her pensive, she mostly shied away from the night. And when troubled dreams plagued my sleep, I would climb in bed with her; she’d hold me tight. When I spot a patch of clover, Something will make me expect to see her there, Sprawled upon her belly, feet up in the air. Hunting four-leaf clover peaceful, and without a care. When I catch the scent of fresh cut grass Drifting through my open window, I’ll remember her noisy, summer evenings Face a little dirty, hair all a mess Running about the neighborhood joyful and shoeless. Of harmful things in this world, my darling girl was clueless. She was a wild, crazy creature Long skirts bellowing as she’d spin Laughing, shouting, dancing, full of life Because she’d never allow herself to be defeated, she never knew a moment’s strife. A gentle mother… A loving wife… She’d throw her head back, eyes closed Laughing boisterously at the slightest, little thing And how I love to recall her sweet voice, as she’d sing. I’m sure she would be glad to know the memories the sunshine brings.

36 pages, Paperback

Published December 4, 2013