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The Truth As I See It: In Poetry & Prose
Nakia R. Laushaul poetically gathers myths and misconceptions about life that threaten to hold the heart captive into her first bound collection, THE TRUTH AS I SEE IN POETRY & PROSE. She expresses her views of The Truth about Me and You, Love, God, and Life in powerful poems that make the truth look painfully simple and prose that tenderly draws you into the world as she sees it. THE TRUTH AS I SEE IN POETRY & PROSE beautifully fuses together and creates light after tackling difficult and often times taboo topics. Out of pain and anger comes healing. Out of despair and disappointment comes hope. Out of the darkness of lies shines the truth.
- GenresInspirationalPoetry
148 pages, Paperback
First published February 19, 2010
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Nakia R. Laushaul
9 books71 followersShe reads and she writes. And she really loves her son!
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July 11, 2010
Nakia writes from the depths of her heart, passion, and previous experiences. She also speaks on legacies, happy and sad moments, and what roots are we spurting up (Tree). She has broken her poetry and prose in four sections: You and Me; Love; God; and Life. This shows she knows her purpose for writing and what areas God has placed in her heart and spirit to write.
"I Am Not Afraid" is a poem that speaks about generational fears and these ancestors past wearies us from carrying their burdens but its time to lay it to rest--not to be afraid anymore. We have to step into our destiny and not re-live their past burdens and curses; don't let it carry over and put it to rest. Let it bury in the graves where they rest.
"To My Child" is about a mother's love, ability to teach her child to love, build character, morals, confidence, and to shield them from evil.
"Divine Complements" is an explosive, dynamic and spirit-lead poem how two are inseparable and destined to be together; first these souls are born into the world to find each other in due time to spend eternity together. Can this poem be read at my wedding? I also will read "Love Unknown" to my future love.
Moreover, some poems are so passionate that explodes with profound language but doesn't loose its flow and meaning. There are many inspirational and assertive poems that move you and enjoy for pleasurable reading. There a poem or two that I loved in each section. This is a must read and would love to have this woman on my future poetry show(s).
*The inevitable some books have, typos, that can happen from typesetting or eyes overlook sometimes. However, it doesn't take away from the message itself.
Dream 4 More Reviews,
Adrienna Turner
4.5/5 stars: Sweet Dreams/Wooed Me Dream.
*The opinions of the reviewer does not reflect the opinions of Dream 4 More Firm. We received a copy of the book from the author to write a book review and future interview/poetry spotlight.
"I Am Not Afraid" is a poem that speaks about generational fears and these ancestors past wearies us from carrying their burdens but its time to lay it to rest--not to be afraid anymore. We have to step into our destiny and not re-live their past burdens and curses; don't let it carry over and put it to rest. Let it bury in the graves where they rest.
"To My Child" is about a mother's love, ability to teach her child to love, build character, morals, confidence, and to shield them from evil.
"Divine Complements" is an explosive, dynamic and spirit-lead poem how two are inseparable and destined to be together; first these souls are born into the world to find each other in due time to spend eternity together. Can this poem be read at my wedding? I also will read "Love Unknown" to my future love.
Moreover, some poems are so passionate that explodes with profound language but doesn't loose its flow and meaning. There are many inspirational and assertive poems that move you and enjoy for pleasurable reading. There a poem or two that I loved in each section. This is a must read and would love to have this woman on my future poetry show(s).
*The inevitable some books have, typos, that can happen from typesetting or eyes overlook sometimes. However, it doesn't take away from the message itself.
Dream 4 More Reviews,
Adrienna Turner
4.5/5 stars: Sweet Dreams/Wooed Me Dream.
*The opinions of the reviewer does not reflect the opinions of Dream 4 More Firm. We received a copy of the book from the author to write a book review and future interview/poetry spotlight.
June 16, 2011
The Author Nakia R. Laushaul loves God, life and family. She is a strong woman and has captured this strength in her poetry book "The Truth As I See It: In Poetry & Prose". This was the first poetry book I have actually read all the way through. I must say it was well structured as a compilation and equally well packaged. One poem and I guarantee you'll be up all night.
On a personal note, it was truly a blessing to me. Especially, "The Trials of Raising a Man Excuse me. Mine is missing the manual". It definitely spoke to me and I am so glad to this day to have read at a time I needed for encouragement that everything is going to be okay. Awesome Read!
On a personal note, it was truly a blessing to me. Especially, "The Trials of Raising a Man Excuse me. Mine is missing the manual". It definitely spoke to me and I am so glad to this day to have read at a time I needed for encouragement that everything is going to be okay. Awesome Read!
June 3, 2012
Picked this up on a whim and was moved by several of her prose pieces. It starts out a little rough. I think as one reads through the book, Nakia becomes more at ease with herself and her poetic style. Many writings are gruff yet honest. I was moved by many of her "finding" and "in love poetry." A fun and fast read.
July 11, 2010
4.5 stars.
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