A Book of Poems of Life and Love

Book excerpt: Love, family, and unselfish hard work form the cornerstone of author Gary T. Miner's life. In this collection of poems, he communicates these universal themes through a variety of rhyming verses. A Book of Poems of Life and Love explores true human emotions as it follows a life's journey of joy and hope, illness and loss, and the power of faith and love. "Reflections" shares Miner's desire to comfort and protect his family: My life is passing day by day And there are many times I pray To keep my family safe and warm Please shelter them from this world's storm I will not be forever here To stand guard and to keep them near Somehow I wish that they would know That I have always loved them so This and the other poems in this heartfelt collection work together to communicate Miner's perspective of how life can be enriched by being surrounded with loving family, intimate relationships, and friendships that will last a lifetime.