Whispers in the Wind

Book excerpt: Steve Cyphers' poems and short stories, written over the past fifteen or so years, explore the deeper meanings that lie within the "vast, hidden world" beneath the surface of everyday events, thoughts, and observations. His view is from the standpoint of a life well-lived in an effort to participate fully in each experience-whether painful, touching, profound, or silly. Whispers in the Wind ponders those occasions where the passion and purpose of our lives are revealed if we will only listen more carefully to our own inner voices and, perhaps, to the subtle whispers of those who have lived before. This collection is a joyful and appreciative celebration of the extraordinary alongside the ordinary. The author invites you to share his learnings, smile or laugh at the funny parts, and hopefully, find some pieces that you connect with and help you along your own journey under rocks, behind bushes, and within your heart.