Just A Passing Moment In Time
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Embark on an odyssey through human life and cherish our collective journey with a life-changing collection of haikus.
Cherishing and celebrating the passage of human life, this illuminating collection of haikus explores our journey from conception to death. Imbued with profound themes of love, parenthood, relationships, and the rich web of emotions that we experience along the way, this book roams through childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and finally old age with a thoughtful narrative that offers reflections on each stage of our growth.
Following the classic Japanese haiku structure that has made it such a popular and beloved form of poetry, Just a Passing Moment in Time offers us a window into human life – an event that is a brief moment in eternity, but a powerful and everlasting odyssey for everyone it touches. Author and poet Brett C. Persson invites you on a journey to discover the fullness of human experience, weaving imaginative wordplay that explores everything from the mundane to the extraordinary.
Through love and grief, joy and sadness, and the endless discovery and curiosity that drives us into the unknown, this collection will give you a newfound perspective and appreciation for the little things in life, along with those seemingly ordinary moments which hide a vast source of meaning and wonder just below the surface.
Brett C. Persson
Born in 1973, Brett C Persson is an author and recovering addict who crafts his experiences into thought-provoking poetry and prose. As the author of his debut book, “Poetry Of An Addict” and several other collections, Brett hopes to provide readers with poignant insights into the life of a recovering addict as he ranges across universal themes through descriptive wordplay and vivid imagery. He aims to reassure readers who are struggling with alcoholism that they’re not alone, helping them find solace in the unique and expressive power of poetry. Brett is currently working on other written works along with a documentary film about people in recovery from addiction. Brett currently resides in Buckeye, Arizona with his wonderful wife and three daughters.
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Just A Passing Moment In Time - Brett C. Persson
Just A Passing Moment In Time
A Journey of Life and Death in Haiku
Brett C. Persson
Just A Passing Moment In Time
A Journey of Life and Dead in Haiku
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Copyright © 2022 by Brett C. Persson
Third Edition
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THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION. NAMES, PLACES, CHARACTERS, AND EVENTS ARE EITHER THE PRODUCT OF THE AUTHOR’S IMAGINATION OR ARE USED FICTITIOUSLY, AND ANY RESEMBLANCE TO ANY PERSONS, LIVING OR DEAD, BUSINESSES, ESTABLISHMENTS, OR LOCATIONS IS ENTIRELY COINCIDENTAL.
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To My Wife:
From the moment I met you, I knew that you were special. You had a twinkle in your eye that just made me smile. Over the years, we've shared so many wonderful memories together. Through everything, you've always been my rock. You've been by my side through good times and bad, and I can't imagine my life without you. That's why this book is dedicated to you, my beautiful wife. Thank you for everything. I love you from the bottom of my heart.
To My Kids:
This book is dedicated to my three daughters: Kinsey, Sara, and Baylie. You are the lights of my life. You have brought me more happiness than I ever could have imagined. You are my reason for everything. I love you all so much. Thank you for being who you are and for everything that you do. I am so proud of each and every one of you. Thank you for always being there for me, no matter what. I love you all from the bottom of my heart.
To My Parents:
No one knows the pain and suffering of addiction like those who have to watch a loved one go through it. For my parents, that person was me. Through the years, they've seen me at my worst. Yet, despite all that I put them through, they never gave up on me. They were always there to support me, whether in the middle of a relapse or fighting my way back to sobriety. I know I can never repay them for all they've done, but I can try to make their sacrifice worth it by living my life in a way that honors their love and support. I want to say thank you to my parents for being my rock during the hardest times of my life. Thank you for never giving up on me. Thank you for being the light in my darkness.
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