READ WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT INSIDE MY MIND
"I have been a fan of Steve Darter's writing for many years, so this collection of poems comes as no surprise to me. Inside My Mind delves deep into the human experience. Steve's reflective and poignant poetry captures the essence of life's profound moments, weaving together themes of love, loss, aging, and spirituality with remarkable clarity and emotional depth. His poems on family, relationships, and personal growth resonate with authenticity and wisdom, making them relatable to readers from all walks of life.
This is more than just a collection of poems; it is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of faith and love. Steve's heartfelt and thought-provoking poetry will leave a lasting impact on your soul. You might be surprised at how these poems resonate with you.
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--Tommy Thomas, D, Phil., Founder, JobfitMatters, author of The Perfect Search, speaker, and podcast host, Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership with Tommy Thomas
"Steve Darter's poetic journey brilliantly reflects on, and expresses, a full array of emotions, both disturbing and beautiful, most of which we all experience over the course of our human lives. Take it all in if you dare. They are pivotal inspirational revelations worth waiting for."
--Fred Sievert - Christian author of three books including God Revealed and Grace Revealed and retired president of a Fortune 100 corporation.
"Inside My Mind offers poems on a wide span of topics covering all the stages of life's journey. The reader will find expressions of the highs and lows of life experiences, from the heights of joy and peace to the depths of hopelessness and despair. One is drawn to gratitude for the blessings given along the way, as well as for the support received during times of intense struggle. I finished these poems with a strong desire to share them with family, friends, persons in acute emotional pain and others welcoming newfound joy. Thank you, Steve, for putting these emotional expressions in print. "
--Margaret Crowley RSM, PhD, retired educator and designer of several leadership, education, and elder care programs.
"Steve Darter’s new poetry collection, Inside My Mind: Thought-Provoking Poems About Love, Life, People, Aging, Moving On, and God, gathers together thoughtful quiet moments of introspection as he reflects on life’s biggest challenges and transitions. These poems offer a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Darter’s words serve as a compassionate guide, illuminating the path through darker times with glimmers of hope, love, and the eternal nature of growth and transformation."
-Robert Rex Waller, Jr., Associate Professor of Writing and Director, USC Writing Center, The Writing Program, University of Southern California and singer-songwriter and lead singer for the critically acclaimed roots band, “I See Hawks in L.A.”
"Do You Remember Me? is the title for one of Darter’s poems addressed to his father. One can say that Darter’s debut collection is a way he remembers himself to himself and to fortunate readers. He fulfills Wilde’s words: Memory is the diary we all carry about with us. This collection is a diary of days from youth to aging years, with poems that are passionate without sentimentality, reflective minus arrogance, and indeed have a mirth, fueled by an ongoing gratitude to have lived, and to live."
--Nancy Anne Miller, Bermudian poet, author of eleven poetry books and Selected Poems forthcoming Valley Press, U.K. 2024
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Inside My Mind: Thought-Provoking Poems About Love, Life, People, Aging, Moving On, and God is an extraordinary collection of ninety-five poems that touch the heart and soul. Each one is a profound reflection on life's journey, offering deep insights and moving experiences. I can attest to the brilliance of this work—it may be his best book yet. A must-read for anyone seeking wisdom and inspiration.
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--Blaine Greenfield, CEO of BLAINESWORLD, a weekly blog and webcast, and the author of four books, including 75 Quotes for 75 Years.
