Who We Once Were

About the Book

Who We Once Were is a poetic reminder that no one begins life without purpose or destiny.  Divergent paths can interrupt our discovery of who we were created to become.  Consequently, we sometimes lose ourselves in love, pain, heartache, sorrow, joy, success, failure, loss, tragedy and even triumph.  Using a myriad of poetic styles and techniques, the author reminds us that every experience in life leads us to a moment of introspection, where we are re-directed to our purpose and destiny.  It is at that point of genuine introspection – when we take life at life’s terms – that we synchronize ourselves with the Master Plan; reclaim ownership of our lost souls; and re-discover “WHO WE ONCE WERE.”

In Part Two of Who We Once Were, the author takes us back into the lives of the Fisher Family and allows us to see how three siblings are influenced so differently by the same surroundings and experiences.  The pace picks up as the author skillfully uses a flashback technique to take the reader on a tantalizing journey into three distinct personalities.  The by-products of this journey are lessons about fear, death, pain, and family – however, these lessons are not for the weak at heart.  Southern – though they may be - they don’t mix well with lemonade and sweet potato pie!

About the Author

Gregory Brad Cutler, a native of eastern North Carolina and resident of the Washington, DC metropolitan suburbs, is an Adjunct Professor at Howard University and a contractor for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  He received his Bachelor's in Computer Systems from Howard University in Washington, DC and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Georgia State University  in Atlanta, GA.  It has been said of this educator, minister, motivational speaker, and workshop presenter, that “his style is truly a revival of writers from times gone by. His command of the language and the essence of his writing are compelling, classic, musical, sensitive, full of passion, and personal! He writes about life, colors, pain, non-sense, laughter, and even death in such a way that is simply amazing.” He seeks to inform, uplift, and encourage. 

As a multi-talented orator, he has served as a narrator and host for televised educational activities, as well as a keynote speaker for school, community, and church groups.  He is the founder and administrator of an academic scholarship, a member of the Academy of American Poets, and a patron of the arts.  For more information, please visit www.gbcutler.com.