Reaching for the Beauty and Facts of Life
A Book of Poetry
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Reaching for the Beauty and Facts of Life, will touch phases of your life that will make you take a second look at the world in which you live. “Beauty of Life” challenges you to know beauty, accept it, and prolong it. “Architects of History” let you know Black Americans contributed much to the success of America. “Again Today” put you in the position to thank God for where you are today. “Where Are the Children?” give you the mind-set that your children need the safety of play. “A Teacher’s Day” takes you to a teacher's bad day. “The Assassins” and “Terrorist” will awaken the mind and introduce the fears we must face.
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In Reaching for the Beauty and Facts of Life, Betty Anderson shares her first compilation of free-verse poetry that encourages you to take a second look at the world in which we all live and embrace differences, fears, and loves of all humankind.
With the hope that her poems will influence thinking and create new ideas within each of us, Anderson—a teacher who has always incorporated poetry into her classroom—not only challenges cultural biases and religious perspectives, but also provides charming views of nature and the antics of children as she traces a lyrical journey through life. While incorporating subtle life lessons into her poetry about friendship, family, and love, Anderson also interweaves historical elements, as she shares the contributions of African Americans and awakens others to the fears we all face in today’s world.
This moving collection of poetry will persuade you to reach into your heart and soul to create memorable changes and accept the beauty of life.
About the Author
Betty Anderson is a teacher who devoted many years to incorporating poetry into her classroom. She has written articles for local newspapers and for Today’s Christian Parents and is currently a reviewer on Fan Story. She lives with her husband in Westville, Illinois; they have four grown children.