From Dreams, Through Wrestlings, to Fulfillment: Poems of Growth

By Jennifer C. W. Gillyard

From Dreams, Through Wrestlings, To Fulfillment provides the reader with words to stir insight and journal pages to encourage meditation and writing. This book of poetry includes five themed chapters capturing lively words of passion, sacrifice, and growth that will allow you, the reader, to experience an emotional journey with me. Blank journal pages, entitled Veins of Inspiration are inserted at the end of each chapter and include some of my very own quotes as well as my favorite quotes from biblical texts, inspirational leaders and authors that will help readers analyze public issues, process private thoughts and transcribe their feelings concerning life lessons. The title Veins of Inspiration was inspired from the thought of a vein being a transporting vessel for blood to flow to the heart, consequently providing the heart with life. For this author, the essence of life is synonymous with a burst of light or inspiration.

So come on a journey with me, take one poem at a time, acknowledge the emotion it provokes, and then reflect on your own experiences.

Enjoy!

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Sep 13, 2011
• ISBN: 9781456761646

Jennifer C. W. Gillyard

Jennifer Gillyard was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is a graduate of the University of Virginia and received a Masters of Science in Social Work from Columbia University. At the age of 27, Jennifer is pursuing a Masters of Divinity at Wesley Theological Seminary. Jennifer plans to use her education to practice Social Work internationally and conduct research in Ecumenism and Interreligious Dialogue. Jennifer began writing poetry as a child at the age of 12 years old and wanted to write this book to share her journey as a poet, woman, and lifelong child at heart. Other than poetry, Jennifer is passionate about serving children and families in disadvantaged communities. She is a licensed minister pursuing ordination in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. She volunteers her time with her church Hunter Memorial AME, Habitat for Humanity, and the Congressional Black Caucus. In Jennifer's spare time, she enjoys travelling, spending time with friends, watching the WE Channel or WWE Wrestling and cheering for UVA and Philadelphia sports teams. Jennifer resides in Alexandria, Virginia.

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