Book excerpt: “Rhythms of A Broken Soul” is a collection of poems with a diverse range of subject matter and themes including life, love, politics and matters of faith. It reflects upon the human condition from a uniquely dark and occasionally humorous perspective. Within each of the five volumes the reader will find themes that resonate with their past or present experiences as the author graphically depicts thoughts and feelings that often remain unspoken. Each poem explores a theme in a manner that will generate varying interpretations and stimulate thought and reflection while still providing an extremely entertaining journey for the reader.