Stepping Into Gratitude Journal

I begin writing poetry in 2015. At that time I used poetry as a form of therapy. It was never my intention to write a poetry book. After writing for a couple years I decided to share my poems in the form of a Chapbook. I am still amazed that I had enough poems that related to one another to create 2 actual stories. Poems that were written months and years apart fit together like a puzzle. It is as if I was preparing to publish the book all along and didn't know it.

Turning Pain into Poetry shares a glimpse of how I battled and overcame anxiety and panic attacks. It touches on the ups, downs, highs and lows of a specific part of my life.

Molly explores different stages of relationships. The ins and outs of various situations one may experience, rather it be a friendship or an intimate relationship.

There is an interactive journaling section for the reader. Maybe you've experienced a "Tug a War" between your head and heart or you've had that "Special Friend". In this section you are encouraged to write whatever your heart desires.

It is my hope that I inspire, motivate and encourage someone else. Maybe it's to publish your first book, move out of your own way, overcome an obstacle or go after your dreams.

I find myself occasionally reading my poems over and over. I hope you enjoy reading my book as much as I have enjoyed writing it.