Here You Are, Alive, Alive

[Shannon Williams]

Okay but

"If, at the end of your life

you have nothing to show

but pockets full of plain moments,

that is plenty.

If, at the end of your life

you find that you are only ordinary,

rejoice. "

Needs to hang on my wall. Just beautiful, Krista. I'm still holding my breath, myself.

[Krista Drechsel]

Thanks for always cheering me on, Shannon! This encouragement really got me tonight 🥲

[Rebecca Marie]

Oh my goodness. Ordinary. Wow! Loved this collection. Firefly too 💛💛

[Krista Drechsel]

Thank you, friend!

[Erin Mount]

"Matters of the Heart" is my favorite, but these are all so beautiful. I am finding light by reading poems like these. Thank you.

[Krista Drechsel]

I'm so glad, Erin! Thank you so much for reading.

[Sarah Bahiraei]

Really love these collections of poems you're putting out, Krista. And—oof—really loved "Nana's Sand Dollar", every word of it.

[Krista Drechsel]

Thanks, Sarah. I love hearing what resonates with you! Thanks for reading, friend. :)

[Vanessa]

I love “Firefly” ! Such beautiful words :)

[Krista Drechsel]

Thanks, Vanessa! I thought it was a fitting metaphor for our children who never seem to slow down and seem to light up every room. :)