The Uncovering: poems - Paperback

by Jennifer J. Camp (Author)

Do not be afraid

dear heart

to feel

You are worth honoring. You are worth loving. Do you dare look beneath the surface of your heart-to access the stories you've tucked away, the emotions you feel right now? What if you don't like what you see? And what if you do?

The Uncovering voices the internal-and perfectly human-struggle, the hidden terrors of low self-worth, and the devastating beauty of honesty. Offered with refreshing courage and candor, these poems guide you to stop hiding-from yourself, in all your beautiful mess-and recognize the darkest parts of yourself only when they are held up to the light.

The Uncovering reminds you:

- It is okay to be scared when you look at your scars. They aren't beautiful yet-but wait.

- What we want, truly, is always beneath the surface of striving.

- Life isn't defined by wistfulness and longing but by abandoning all excuses and stepping forward again and again.

- We can be mysteries to ourselves, and the journey of catching glimpses can fuel what is most true in us.

Whom The Uncovering is perfect for:

- Women and men of all ages who feel the weight of personal struggle (shame, self-contempt/low self-esteem, pride, envy, fear) and want to feel less alone.

- Teenagers who feel overwhelmed by life's expectations and crave understanding and hope.

- Teachers and parents who are excited to discuss poetry in the classroom or at home.