Reflections
Demetrius D. Dixon
Paperback
(Trafford Publishing, Sept. 10, 2007)
Come on tour through the mind of a man who explores and records the raw and uncensored "emotion" behind experiences in his reality. Born and raised in Richmond, CA, a small but dangerous city located in the East Bay area, Demetrius gives us a unique and enlightened insight into the "dynamics" that lie behind what many consider to be typical inexcusable behavior... but what others consider to be purpose and life. The author paints pictures through poetry that suggests there may be a deep turbulence and struggle within us all that is interconnected, regardless of race, demographic, or class. "Reflections" examines life's struggle from several angles, but mainly from a worldly position of turmoil". In every instant, in every poem, there is an emotional truth that gives life to the words and the stories they present. "Reflections" tells a story, from the arrangement of the poems to the poetry itself that demands the reader's attention. A simple, but thought provoking book, "Reflections" offers many jewels for the honest reader. Warning: an open mind and unbiased eye "are required" for this read, otherwise, the message and purpose may be missed. A Whisper Within the walls Listen to the walls And you can hear the grief Of the oppressed, The Imprisoned, The Abused, The misused. In the light of the day You may see smiles, Frowns, Smirks of thee usual clowns, But by night, A man cannot run from his emotion Nor escape his essence. The fake smiles, they disappear. The frown now scares the face Which once carried it To intimidate peers. No, smirks, Just tears. So many Tears... So many tears... A percentage of the proceeds will go to a foundation supporting the growth of inner city youth.