The Poor Poet

This collection of poems is meant to be read haphazardly. Pick a chapter that fits your mood. Find a poem that will make you laugh, think, reminisce, or wonder. Rich Reardon has been writing poetry for over fifty years. He has a unique gift for the rhythm and the rhyme, and his outgoing sense of humor is evident throughout this book. Many of his poems will take you on a journey into the past, remind you of a special occasion, touch your heart, or simply make you smile.

Reardon says the only thing we can really control is our attitude, and you'll find many poems to lift your spirits. Some of his most tantalizing poems connect to history, literature, mythology, and the Bible. Reardon uses humor to explain what happened on the way to becoming a senior citizen. The author is a true romantic, and you'll find love stories sprinkled throughout.

Reardon describes the inspirations for many of his works, so you get a clear image of what motivated him to put pen to paper. You get the idea-relax and have fun flipping through this unique collection of poetry.