Lisa Ann, the self-described "Dramatic Flower" shares her real-lifestory about how poetry helped her overcome the aftermath of abuse andfind herself again. The poems in this volume document hertransformative journey from inadequacy to unstoppable, from shame tostrength, and from hopeless to hopeful. Diving deep into topicsincluding abuse, loneliness, toxicity, faith, and self worth, thisbook candidly discusses the difficult journey of healing with humorand hope along the way. Grounded and rooted in the love of God, thiswoman finds her salvation and value in God's love, sharing her path torecovery in hopes that someone else will find value, purpose, andfreedom in her words. Excerpt from the poem "To The Abuse Survivor"- Some days you will be angry at him orangry at yourself for allowing the abuse to happen, but on those days, remember-do all you can to remember-that you are not the broken one.You will survive this-I know because I did. You are not damaged goods.You are of value and lovely in the sight of God. About the author: Lisa Ann is a lover of words, Birmingham, and DIY crafts. Her poetryand art have been featured by Button Poetry's social feeds. And whileshe never considered herself a spoken word poet, you can catch herfrom time to time behind the mic in Birmingham at local open micnights. @thedramaticflower