Kick at the Darkness: Poems inspired by a single lyric.

I have spent a good portion of my life loving people who have had one, or many, experiences with poor mental health. I have been lucky enough to be there for them when they need me, and with them when they don't. The compassion, caring and thoughtfulness of those who sometimes need it themselves never ceases to amaze me, and the view of the world through illness can often shine a light on life for those of us who do not have to deal with these health issues. This collection is a reflection of good days and bad that I have experienced in the last little while. In the end there is always light.

The poems are inspired by a lyric that has inspired me for many years. The line has many meanings to many people, but these show what it means to me.

"Nothing worth having comes without some kind of fight--got to kick at the darkness till it bleeds daylight" Bruce Cockburn