Afterthoughts - Poems to Heal the Heart for Adolescents and Their Parents and Guardians (Paperback)

"Afterthoughts" presents an unforgettable journey into the world of adolescence as seen through the eyes of a high school counselor. Each and every day, a very special someone enters the counselor's office, knowing that it will be a safe haven to bare his or her soul. It is behind those closed doors that tears fall, heartfelt stories unfold, and answers to life's most difficult questions begin to unravel. From the fourteen-year-old boy struggling with alcoholic parents to the young girl continuing to fight her addictions; these are emotional journeys that will affect all who read them deeply.As a way of saying thank you to all those who have opened their hearts to her, author and school counselor Mrs. D. shares a journal created especially for them, presented in poetry and prose."A Familiar VoiceAmidst the chaotic confusion, the office phone rings.Years have passed since the dismal dark voiceon the other end So frantically fought back thoughtsof taking her life.She speaks softly, slowly, tearfully, of today's breakup.She silently suffers within herown world of sadness.With a tearful tone, she speaks of himAnd their connection, The indescribable innocencethey shared together.Can she sustain the painful prisonof being alone?"

General

Imprint:	Iuniverse, Inc.
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2011
First published:	August 2011
Authors:	Mrs D.
Dimensions:	235 x 191 x 6mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	116
ISBN-13:	978-1-4620-1463-7
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Literature: texts > Poetry texts & anthologies > General Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Advice on parenting > Child care & upbringing > Adolescent children Promotions
LSN:	1-4620-1463-1
Barcode:	9781462014637

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