The five love languages - physical touch, words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service & gift giving. One person may have different preferences than another, but there are always ways for them to meet somewhere in the middle. Caleb is cuddly by nature and mainly shows his appreciation for his loved ones through physical touch. It only gets strange when one day his best friend Myles, usually one of the first people to push him off, starts reciprocating his affections out of seemingly nowhere. It leaves Caleb confused yet intrigued - and maybe his determination to figure out the reason for the sudden change in his friend's behavior will make him realize some things about his own feelings too along the way.

In this deeply personal collection, I explore the tender and raw facets of human existence through my own vulnerable reflections on love, loss, and uncertainty while navigating major changes in life. Across this journey, I examine how playfulness, humor, and art can become sources of hope and acceptance in life's more difficult seasons, helping us to mend, make meaning, and move forward. Through my words and paintings, I invite you to explore the delicate beauty of our shared experiences, complex emotions, and uncanny resilience. Some call it an early-onset midlife crisis. I am happy to call it my first book.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . In this world, mankind thrives for success, for prosperity, and for being at the top. Just be better than everyone else. Fighting a lonely battle just to feed your ego. But what no one tells you is that every light is just a facade.

Is this a children's storybook? Yes. Is this a parenting book? Absolutely! Pebble Grows, Papa Learns is a must-read for every dad embracing fatherhood. It's more than a book; it's a guide, a bonding experience, and a celebration of the new-age dad who's breaking stereotypes and making every moment count. From diaper changes to bedtime stories, it shows how everyday tasks are the true language of love your baby understands. What makes this book special? It's a tool for creating lasting memories. With space for photos, it doubles as a coloring and photo book, capturing your shared journey. Badges at the end of each chapter celebrate the love, patience, and dedication of being a dad. Inspired by the bond between a father and his baby boy, Pebble Grows, Papa Learns invites you to dive in, celebrate every tiny moment, and discover the profound impact you have on your child's life.

"How many scars do you have to justify Because you love the person holding the knife? Because that person Was the one who brought you to life? Because that person Said they love you too, unconditionally?" "- Does he hold your hand Or did he try to go under your skirt? -At least he's never laid his hand on me Like you did" * * * In "The edge of the bed" readers are invited on an intimate and vulnerable journey marked by unresolved childhood trauma and the heartache caused by a love that never quite fits. This collection is a sore reflection of pain, healing, and the bittersweetness of a past that foreshadows future relationships. The poet revisits the fractured childhood memories where love was conditional, and apologies were currency. Each poem is a puzzle piece, piecing together the poet's shattered identity.