POETRY & EXCERPTS

BUT HE IS MY BROTHER

Horror marches ahead as he enters a room,

He brings ulcers for all.

Stress he has not forgotten.

Trust is only his to possess.
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Losing a brother, whether through death or emotional distance, is

profoundly painful. Having experienced the loss of five brothers

in both forms, I can attest to the significant challenges it brings.

It is disheartening when a brother does not reciprocate love and

support, leaving one feeling isolated and undervalued.

Why do you chase me?

Relentless is your pursuit.

Does my unseen antagonist guide you?
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In the late summer of 2016, a heartfelt conversation with my

confidante and wife revealed the origins of my emotional pain

and deep-seated distrust of others, sometimes directed at her.

This realization sparked a soul-searching journey, uncovering how

vulnerability with family, friends, and acquaintances often led

to disappointment, complicating my ability to build meaningful

Use the poetry cited on the pages listed below, along with the associated comments or inspiration for each poem.

Page 11and 13: But He Is My Brother and Enduring Love For A Brother

Page 23 and 25: Ambiguity and Why Did I Write Ambiguity?

Page 31,33,34: The Conch Purveyor and Why Write The Conch Purveyor

Page 35,37: Woeful Me and Its Inspiration

Page 51-54: Soul Brothers In War, and Facing The Here and Now

Page 55-58: To A Distant Love and To A Distant Love, comment