Imagine on a cold morning you notice the rustle of leaves, and a rush of wind gushes into your face. With no care and a mug of hot coffee in your hand, you breathe slowly. In a world that appears to be going at a faster and faster rate, have you ever felt a desire to slow down? To breathe deeply and just be? At times, the greatest moments of peace aren't achieved in a quiet room but in leaves rustling, streams running gently, or the silent solitude of a forest. And it was in these still moments that I came to know myself and the purpose of life.

An equal need for everyone—a place of serenity and solace. That is the journey my poetry calls you to take. It's not one of hurry but of looking and thinking; it's poetry for spiritual growth. Each poem is a photograph of a peaceful natural view, written in lyrical, engaging words to show you how to look at the world with fresh wonder. Another way of seeing beyond the naked eye, a new way of viewing nature's beauty and determination.

Think of walking into a poem in which "willows weep over glassy ponds" or in which "the moon is a silent witness to the night-blooming jasmine." My poems are an invitation to step out of the cacophony and into a slower, more deliberate rhythm. My collection is an outlook on what we perceive nature to be. It is spiritual, divine, and thought-provoking; just as nature perseveres in the face of tough storms, concrete floors, or barren deserts, we must seek the same connection. Like the interlinked roots of a forest, we yearn for a deep, nourishing connection.A connection that often feels missing in our fast-paced modern world.

Moreover, the poems provide a greater exploration of your conscious mind. My poems give you an opportunity to reacquaint yourself with the simple, deep beauty that surrounds us all—the sort of beauty that we tend to overlook when we're rushing around. The ultimate breather that we all need in order to get through life. So, if you're seeking a moment of peaceful retreat, somewhere to calm your mind and let your soul roam, I invite you to browse this collection.

This poetry collection embraces a slower pace. Breathe in and pause for a second. You may just discover a piece of peace you didn't know was missing. Would you like lyrical, enchanting poetry with peaceful scenes of nature in your world? Take things in stride as you stroll along my poetry trail. To learn more about my world of literature, come to my website, tjpoetry.com.

Best in Beauty,
Tory
T.J. Tomberlin