A Gumbo Of Poems & Quotes

By Aurora L. Threats

Intrinsically, "A Gumbo of Poems & Quotes" is an invigorating literary mélange of eloquent poems and quotes that aspire to encourage one to discover the best that exist within themselves. This inspirational collection is uplifting and thought provoking. The quotes epitomizes the roux - - they create an enliven flavor to the medley and encourage an appetite to be better, to succeed, to believe in oneself and allow one’s dreams to unfurl.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Jul 18, 2023
• ISBN: 9781796092721

Aurora L. Threats

An author, poet, actress, and playwright, this lovely lady fortifies her passion for the arts in more ways than one. Guided by instinct and influenced by love, Aurora Threats has a presence that can be clearly felt by everyone she meets.

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Copyright © 2023 by Aurora L. Threats.

A Gumbo of Poems and Quotes was received

by the US Copyright Office on January 22, 2020.

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner.

Rev. date: 07/18/2023

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CONTENTS

Acknowledgments

A Hug

A Portrait Of Friendship

Supercilious

The Clock Keeps Ticking

Honey Shine

Jesus, You’re All I Need

Had It Not Been For

Grandma’s Kitchen

Whispers of Purpose

The Good Life

Enchanting Blooms

Let Go

It’s in the Pudding

Imagine

Ditch Digging

A Message in a Bottle

For Such A Time As This

Secret Prayer

Level Up

The Strong & Resilient

You Surpass Them All

Notes of Inspiration

Practice What You Preach

Listen

Pearls of Wisdom

Flattering Lips

You Are Good

Girl Power

Shake Off The Doubt

Take The Stage

Eternal Grace

About The Author

This book is dedicated to the memory of my brother

Chief Aaron Rudy Threats

A compassionate pillar in the community. With nearly four decades of remarkable service in law enforcement, your commitment went above and beyond, selflessly serving others. Through your creation of movie nights, you brought entertainment, enjoyment, and unity to families and churches, leaving a lasting impact.

This book stands as a tribute to your unwavering strength, resilience, and unwavering faith, forever preserving your remarkable legacy.

Acknowledgments

First and foremost, I humbly give thanks to God, the author, and finisher of my faith. His loving guidance has been with me every step of my life and this journey.

To my beloved son Fred L. Threats, Sr., my wonderful mother Ethel M. Threats, my dear family, and friends, words cannot adequately express the depth of my love and appreciation for you. As you journey through the pages of this book, it is my sincerest hope that its contents will resonate within you, warming your hearts in the same way that your love and presence have filled mine. I am truly grateful for being blessed with your constant source of love, inspiration, and unwavering encouragement.

To all my awesome followers on social media, I extend my heartfelt thanks for your engagement and invaluable support. The love, likes, shares, and comments