Modern art begins with Goya. He was the first to create works of art for their own sake, and he lived in a time of incredible cultural and social dynamism when the old concepts of social hierarchy were being shaken by the new concept of equality for all. He saw his world ripped apart by Napoleon's armies and then suffered the reactionary backlash as the old order was restored. Against this epic canvas, Goya painted his own observations of humanity, transforming his youthful images of gaily dancing peasants into his mature penetrating studies of human suffering, despair, perseverance and redemption. Goya's art rises above the chaos of his times, and signals the real revolution of personal expression and independent spirit that would be the generative force behind the modernist movement in art.

"Barnhart has turned out yet another masterpiece within her latest, I know now.....at least I think I do. Soul searching and searching for answers epitomize the poetry wrapped up in this delightful tome of poetic tales. If you're looking for poetry that you can relate to, you will not be disappointed. Of course, Barnhart never disappoints as she interjects her signature mind bending humorous verse. This is definitely a poetic journey that you will find yourself opening repeatedly over the years. " -Rev. Dr. Deborah Simpson, author & spritualist

"Wendi Bird Barnhart's, I know now.....at least I think I do, is a collection of poems which tear at the heart and soul of someone who is finding their way back from the dark side of life. They force the reader to look deep inside their own soul and face what ever demons abound so they too can heal. A wonderful read." -Yvonne Mason, best selling Florida author

""Funny...Smart...Philosophical...Surprising...Barnhart's sixth poetry collection shows off a kinder, gentler, more sophisticated Bird. Mixing powerful images of domestic violence and loss with whispers of love and admiration, she illustrates a growth we all hope to experience in the second half of life. In other words: This Bird can still fly " " -Dawn Scovill, author of "IMMORTAL BONDS" and the mainstream fiction novel, "CHASING KID ROCK"

Wendi Bird Barnhart strikes again with this collection of twisted delights. She continues to prove her innate ability to twist the endings of her poetry and prose, leaving you wondering what the next line has in store. - Rev. Dr. Deborah Simpson, owner of Spirit Cove, LLC.

Wendi Bird Barnhart- A poet, a woman of infinite wisdom- Her poems are as diverse as she is. They come from the heart- speak from the soul, wrap you up and toss you about. She never minces words and her point is made. Life is life; the good and the bad. Her poem Refuse to Cease, reminds me of my brain which never shuts up. It is like she has crawled inside my head And taken up homesteading. Her poem Maybe You Will Smile, is whimsical and does make one smile. Wendi has the ability to not only capture the moment, but also the mood. - Best Selling Award Winning Author Yvonne Mason Silent Scream The Last Rites A Voice From the Grave

Yep, she did it again: reached way back into the dankest crevices of her psyche and pulled out a steamy, swirling CESSPOOL OF WISDOM. With this latest collection, Barnhart takes off her gloves, rolls up her sleeves and boldly lays out the realities of life and the human condition - complete with diarrhea and constipation. Who says poetry can't have a good fart joke? - Dawn Svovill, author of two contemporary novels, IMMORTAL BONDS (paranormal suspense) and CHASING KID ROCK (commercial, "redneck" fiction) and a short story contributor to two BeanPods Press anthologies, BIOHAZARD 2012 and FIRST LOVE. All her work is available on Amazon.com.

"Wendi Bird Barnhart has sculpted an audacious collage of thought. Her bare-faced writings illustrate a multitude of reality-based meanderings through the human sexual experience. She does, however, break that up nicely with random verse. Reading through Barnhart's poetry strikes chords within you that you had no inkling ever even existed. This collection is certain to take you for a rollercoaster ride of blushing, to say the least."
- Deborah Simpson, author/spiritualist