Readers of this book will discover amazing variety, not only in themes, but also in poetic style. Lydia herself invented a three-syllable line of carefree verse that she employed in her "August Love in Tennessee". Her poems are a veritable visual feast much like a painting, owing to her adroit use of descriptive terms. The author has mastered the art of poetic storytelling, as well. We witness the character of five individuals unfold in a three-page poem. See "A Mother's Quilt". Lydia's poems are decidedly upbeat and reflect the joyful hope that characterizes her life as a Christian.

Poetry Potpourri is an electic collection of poetry penned by Annette (Wengert) Tarpley. It includes a very few personal poems, including a poem written by Annette at the age of 17 after losing her father and brother in a tragic plane crash. Most of the poems have been written in a 4 month span of time when Annette was able to find her passion for poetry, and became prolific.

My heart and soul have been filled with life and the experiences therein. This collection is a medley of feelings encompassing many years. My hope is that readers will relate to the offerings herein and enjoy them for what they are...shared feelings. My wish for readers of these thoughts: May your souls soar with life?s bounties of love, peace, prosperity, good health, and happiness, and may angels surround you on life?s journey!

POTPOURRI ANTHOLOGY, VOLUME I, is a collection of poems submitted by members from a Facebook Poetry Group owned and run by Susan Joyner-Stumpf and co-owned by Cindy Toth called POTPOURRI POETS/ARTISTS WRITING COMMUNITY. Here on these pages are the collections under one roof of talented Souls that have come together to help create this Anthology with their amazing words, each varied and unique and reflecting the individual poet's style and finesse; their hopes, dreams, fears, love, laughter, joy and tears.

Poetry Potpourri is a carefully crafted collection of poems designed to lift your spirits and soothe your soul. Its author has had an eclectic life as a singer, model, teacher, and writer. As a widow and parent of seven children, grandparent of twelve, Carolyn Mollica has chosen to permeate her world with joy and share it with others. “Seven is Heaven” is a work that applauds all mothers of large families while “The Optimist “ proclaims every baby a miracle. One great writer has said: “Poetry is an expedition in search of truth.” This petite book takes its reader on a delightful journey of laughter, hope and love!”

This book is a book of original poetry, written for you to enjoy, laugh at, relate to and yes, even cry with the author. The object of this book is to look at life for what it is: enjoyable, laughable, happy, as well as sad. You will find all phases of life, from beginning to end, in this book.