Maxine Silva is a Poet, Artist, Writer, and a loving human being. She channels her deep emotional experiences into breathtaking paintings and gripping poetry. In this first book of the series, she combines painting and poetry in a unique way to form a unified experience of Love, Loss, and Passion that has universal appeal. As we all go through life, let these poems and paintings stir a deep understanding of our common roots. "This book is completely unique. I never saw a combination of poems and paintings that affected me so deeply and showed me the true beauty of people and nature." Dr. Christine Sauer, bestselling author, health consultant, and life and business coach.