A collection of poetry Author’s Note While there are no section headings, Songs of Survival is composed of six grouping of poems. The first group of poems fit into the general theme of the journey of life. The second group of poems are darker in theme and deal with the trials and tribulations of life. The next group deal with lost love and relationships. The fourth group of poems are all on the theme of family and friendship. Group five deals with soul-searching and recognition of the self. The final theme of this collection is survival and inspiration. As the author, I hope you enjoy this collection. However, as a survivor, I hope they inspire you to action on behalf of those who are suffering from any of the issues raised in these poems, whether that person is someone you know, don’t know, or yourself. Barbara Ann Duffy To my friends at AD, the collection contains the following poems. Life is a Journey Foul Weather Friends A Mishmash Life Satisfaction The Gossamer Veil The Walking Corpse Wanted; One New Life Reflections Time To Be Me Juxtaposed Where Are You God? No Regrets The Life of Words My Purpose? My Prayer Labyrinth Alien Universe I’ve Missed You, God Fire of Life Depression The Choice Shoulders to Bear Why My Anniversary Progress Truth Precious Commodity No Room For “I” The Ultimate Artifice Justice Child of Darkness/Child of Light Adultery Hard of Heart Branded Incest Weeping Roses Alone Fairy Tales and Songs Betrayal Abrogation Her Sanctuary Over the Bridge Kevin Love’s Dross Just Visiting Three Angel Threads Michael Friendship Tree My Family Butterfly Kisses Valentine’s Day Elizabeth Friendship Ocean The Birthday Cake Mountain Bitch Selfish There is No Death Conversations in the Mirror Liberated Loneliness Ghosts My Sanctuary The Precipice Sisterhood Strength Autumn Flower I’m Still Me Unwilling Warrior’s Cry Dragon Sunset Longing for Home A Song of Life Happiness Sunrise Silent Symphony Understanding I can-I Can’t- I Do Wisdom Winsome Flowers The proposed release date of the book is 9/23/03 Excerpt Life is a journey Life is a journey that can be short or long. It has moments of pain and moments of song. If you’re really lucky, it won’t be at all boring, And you’ll spend little time grounded, and lots of time soaring. Your imagination and wonder will never diminish, And you’ll learn oh so much from the start to the finish. And when it’s all over, you’ll have no regrets leaving, And those who remain will not be left grieving. So start your adventure, it’s never too late, And there’s really no reason why you should wait. And when you meet others who are too frightened to start, Give them this poem and wish them “fair traveling” from deep in your heart.

Reader Reviews for "Songs of Survival: Life is a Journey"

Reviewed by Tina Brown	10/13/2009
Very nice. Its amazing to discover the wonders of another writer's mind and see similiarity in a different light that gives you as much pleasure reading as anyother.
Reviewed by Barbara Terry	7/3/2009
I love the excerpt because it is so true. I have the will it is just the execution is somewhat elusive and slow. I love the drawing too showing the different paths and forks in the journey of life. Wonderfully written. May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie.
Reviewed by Cynth'ya Reed	11/13/2003
Tell it, girlfren', tell it! Glad I stopped by to be lifted by your words. blessin's cynth'ya lewis reed
Reviewed by Julie Donner Andersen	10/3/2003
Only the truly wise among us know the three keys to surviving life’s hardships: To grow from these experiences as they teach us beneficial coping skills we can utilize in the future; to set aside arrogance and allow ourselves the comfort that friends and family offer us in times of need; and to embrace the hope that comes from appreciating the good things in life which are still within our grasp. Barbara Ann Duffy is truly a wise woman. Within the pages of her poetry book, “Songs of Survival: Life is a Journey”, she takes us along with her on the road to survival by teaching us, with her insightful prose, that you cannot taste the sweet of life unless you have experienced the sour. The most shining example of Ms. Duffy’s uncanny knack for being a student of life as well as a teacher is reflected in her best work, “Juxtaposed”. In this poem, the writer envies those who lead “the good life”. When bad things happen to them, however, Ms. Duffy comes full circle in her realization that in order to live through the worst, one must be able to tap into those reservoirs of survival techniques that can only come from past personal growth. “Songs of Survival” is at first an emotionally charged roller coaster ride of human suffering, which the author unabashedly and intimately shares with the reader. However, Ms. Duffy is not one for self-pity; rather, she continues offering page after page of hope to the suffering in a message that goes beyond survival to victory. Best of all, she does so in an almost maternal fashion that is comforting and inspiring as well as charming. ~Julie Donner Andersen; author of “PAST: Perfect! PRESENT: Tense! Insights From One Woman’s Journey As The Wife of a Widower” (2003 Writers Club Press).
Reviewed by Scott Zachary	9/27/2003
Your heartfelt poetry in "Songs of Survival" tells a powerful story of determination and triumph against all odds. Only one writer was ever able to bring tears to my eyes until I read your book of poems this morning. You truly are a survivor with "a warrior's heart", and "the fire of your spirit burns bright." I wish you "fair traveling" for the remainder of your days. Scott
Reviewed by Tinka Boukes	7/29/2003
Great stuff Bobbi!!

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