KaleidoscopeKaleidoscope is a collection of prose and poetry that takes a glimpse at our lives, reflecting back our dark secrets as well as our beautiful dreams. Just as a real kaleidoscope emerges in a collage of ever-changing colorful patterns, the flowing poetry in Kaleidoscope changes its words, portraying a stained glass image of our lives. The words continually float from dark to light, exposing a prism of our inner fears and hopes. The entire collection is about how different situations in our life affect each of us, says author E.J. Barnett. "I am inspired by the spirit within, simplicity and children." Her words evoke images that will stay with you long after the last page is read. "E.J. Barnett stands far from the tenebrous poetry of this generation. She brings light to her pages and makes us feel better about our future." - Bobby Dews, writer in residence at Andrew College, Cuthbert, Georgia, and former Atlanta Braves coach "Intriguing for lack of a better word. E.J. speaks with a clear inner voice on the reflections of life." - Ralph W. Hill, Airport Operations Manager, Landside, Port of Oakland, Aviation Division, Oakland, California "The words of E.J. Barnett are vivid, moving and draw me in. Her work is insightful and awakens all my senses." - Kim Parker, MSPT (master's in science physical therapy) E. J. Barnett of Phoenix is a flight attendant. Her next book is titled The House That Jack Built, the Hen House, a collection of short stories based on her childhood. "I grew up with ten sisters and two brothers (hence the title), in rural Phoenix in the forties and fifties." http: //sbpra.com/EJBarnett |
Contents
Section 1 | 3 |
Section 2 | 4 |
Section 3 | 5 |
Section 4 | 8 |
Section 5 | 11 |
Section 6 | 13 |
Section 7 | 14 |
Section 8 | 16 |
Section 19 | 36 |
Section 20 | 37 |
Section 21 | 39 |
Section 22 | 40 |
Section 23 | 41 |
Section 24 | 43 |
Section 25 | 44 |
Section 26 | 47 |
Section 9 | 18 |
Section 10 | 20 |
Section 11 | 23 |
Section 12 | 24 |
Section 13 | 26 |
Section 14 | 27 |
Section 15 | 29 |
Section 16 | 30 |
Section 17 | 34 |
Section 18 | 35 |
Section 27 | 48 |
Section 28 | 51 |
Section 29 | 58 |
Section 30 | 60 |
Section 31 | 64 |
Section 32 | 66 |
Section 33 | 67 |
Section 34 | 69 |
Section 35 | 70 |
Common terms and phrases
Adieu angel approach the windows believe in make-believe birth body brandy called her Ruby caress carve child Clouds dancing cold comfort couples are silent craving began crevices Cries Daddy daredevil declared his love door eldest embrace Enchanted Forest excited eyes fears feel flowers Forgive friend chose gift girl give going to paradise good-bye Grandpa greet hair hand Happy Birthday harmony Insoon journey Kaleidoscope kiss knew knight knowing laugh linger listening live lonely luster Ma Pierce Mama moments mother in turn Nana nectar needed to soothe okay pain party passing Perhaps Pierce questioned my love quiet Remember seeking the perfect Shar-On share sisters sits priestly slithers Slowly stands smile soft souls spoke talk Tell thoughts Toby touch trip twelve roses unbridled unspoken words left Voyage waiting walk warmth watching the stage wee hours Weep wind Window shopping