Expressions From The Heart

If you have had any affiliation to any individual, this book is definitely for you. Expressions of the Heart is a collection of poems which emanated from the heart of the author, expressly for readers like you. It sets out to serve as a comfort and inspiration to all readers. It embraces real life issues in a manner that gives meaning to some of the experiences that are buried deep inside us as well as those we encounter in our daily living. The use of figurative language, sets to present you with novel ways of unfolding those feelings. Expressions of the Heart allows you to reflect on your situations, and encourages you to personalize the experiences of others so that the poems do not become just words on paper, but something that you can relate to or imagine; something captivating, something REAL. It also presents life experiences from a Caribbean culture which can be quite different from that of other cultures around the world. For example, common law unions are often frowned upon, especially in times of death and people make judgements about the souls of those who died in those unions. Such issues are addressed in the book so as to allow the voices of those caught in the 'seat of judgement' to to be heard and understood. No matter what your interests are, you will enjoy moments of joy and laughter coupled with feelings of sadness for unfulfilled love. You will experience something. There is something for everyone. .

Expressions from the Heart: A Collection of Inspired Words for All Occasions provides words of encouragement for life's special—and sometimes—difficult moments. Louise Schlittenhart has a passion to bless others with her gift of words. Her selection of rhymes will help you find the words you need for any occasion in life. Whether you are celebrating a birthday or simply appreciating a loved one, you will be blessed by the beauty of each uniquely, inspired sentiment.

These poems are very special and are presented in different styles and varieties with each reflecting a unique message. Here, the reader is invited to glimpse, feel and understand the messages in the “Expressions from the Heart” as the Author welcomes the reader to share his world and his experiences... a gift from his heart to the hearts of his readers. The Author sincerely hopes that the messages contained within the pages of this book touch your hearts as they have touched his.

Expressions from the Heart is a collection of poems, prayers, and thoughts that seeks to show that "experiencing all aspects of life from the perspective of Christ is what gives meaning, joy, and fulfillment to our lives even in the midst of life's most difficult and darkest times." It seeks to relay that all of life, no matter what it is, good, bad, and everything in between, is all in His hands. "For in Him we live, and move, and have our being" (Acts 17:28a, KJV).

Expressions of the Heart contains the author’s personal observations on human relationships, the wonders of God’s creations, and her personal journey as a follower of Jesus Christ. It also contains a special section of Christmas poems written over the years. Inspirational poems like “My Lord” and “His Light Divine” uplift and motivate, but there are also poems like “Seek Your Face and Pray” and “Keep My Place in Line” that present challenges that befall a Christian in the daily struggle to keep faith. There are poignant homages to caregivers, like “A Mother’s Task Is Never Done” and poems that capture the spirit of parenting, like “Goals” and “The Careful Gardener.” Poems like “Seasonal Gossip” spark sensory memories that enable a reader to almost smell and taste the change in season. This collection will encourage you to examine your relationships with friends and family, have a closer walk with God, or simply notice the world around you.

This book is a heart warming experiences of a woman who shares the passions of love,loss,inspiration and the encouragement of others as well as herself. It has meaning and captures the essence of the womans heart and soul. As you read the poems just visualize and feel the spiritual love,serenity and passion as you read each word captivates your heart and mind about what I am feeling. I hope that you will enjoy the reading of the poems as much as I enjoyed writing them with the help and guidance of my Higher Power , family and friends who helped inspire and kept me encouraged during this process.