Our Thoughts Our Problems Our Inner Feelings Always Evolving Poems of Our Times

About the Book

The selections of the poems contained herein were written over a period of many decades. These poems reflect the times that we have lived and will be living. Most of them are based on true feelings and events that have taken place during my life and yours in this society and other countries. I truly hope that you will enjoy them and I truly thank you for sharing these precious moments and poems with me. Also, please keep an open mind when reading them, and if you can think about some of the events that have taken place in our world, understand that there are always pros and cons to any given occurrence in our world. Remember that there is a destiny that connects all mankind. No one stands alone. Whatever vibes you send will be channeled in different directions into our universe. With due respect, I know and understand that we do not hold on to the same values and belief systems. Please keep an open mind. Open your hearts and spiritual beliefs and allow Mother Nature’s wind to blow into a time with me. I believe that whatever you send into the lives and experiences of others will certainly, at some point or another, have an effect on us, whether we accept the outcome(s) or not; it is so written.

About the Author

I, the writer of these poems, Roberta Fluellen, was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, and was educated in the New Jersey and New York educational systems. My deceased mother, Arlena Fluellen, migrated here in the late 1920s with my father, Mr. Robert W. Fluellen. She inspired me as a youngster to write down my thoughts and put them into a poetic style of writing. She encouraged me to write from the age of twelve years old. Mother always said, “Tell it the way it is, always be truthful, and remember, whatever you write, that if it’s from your heart, it will be more meaningful to you and others.” I hope the meanings and interpretations from whatever I have created will inspire most of you. She used to say, “Reach out for more and God will be with you throughout your life.” There are different periods that I have allowed to elapse before starting to write again. It was just recently that I wrote a poem during 2013 for a friend who inspired me to continue on and publish the rest of my poems. I have added more materials during the latter part of 2013. The poems are grouped in a format that makes it easier for you to read and follow. I have taught in both educational systems in both states and will continue to be an inspiration to the young and my family, friends, and acquaintances.