Broken Silence

Doug's third book of poetry Broken Silence is his trilogy of poetry, in which he returns to his roots of what inspired him to write. This collection of poems focuses on romance, heartbreak, family, motivation and dealing with the struggles that a person may encounter in life. His poems expose his feelings about how important loved ones are with his dedication poem, First Lady to his mother and then the poem In Memory of You, that was written for his Grandmother, he lost several years ago. Doug discusses the joys of love and finding that connection with a person in his heartfelt poems Notice You and Falling For You. He also addresses the pain of losing a relationship in his poems I Remember When and Off The Market, where sometimes putting your heart on the line does not guarantee, a person will end up with the result that was being sought out. In addition, his poem U.G.L.Y. inspires people that no matter what the opinion others may have of a person, there is strength to overcome any insecurity to find the path of secure inner happiness. The poem In My World addresses the struggles and pains that he views others dealing with in terms of unemployment and how it is affecting the world. Doug's purpose in writing this book is to share his thoughts in a poetic form so others can see that no one is ever alone in feeling like the only outcast in the world. We all are unique in our own special way and a person should never change to fit the needs to attract a certain audience. Broken Silence will stimulate a person's mind and show that most valuable things in life primarily come from within and understanding others.