I could not obtain copyright releases for the song lyrics I was using for each chapter. I had to make up my own poetry to fit the mood of each written chapter. Here is the title poem
Fill my eyes
Fill my eyes with tears
And of simple dreams yet untold
The sweet lullabies of forgetfulness yet to unfold
Fill my eyes before the fear of reality takes hold
Terry D. Robertson
"Fill My Eyes"
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Reviews of "Fill My Eyes, a novel"
Reviewed by Linda Torrence (Reader)
Reviewed on November 4, 2008
I like the way that you put your poetry before each chapter of your book, "Fill My Eyes." It's a small teaser to what lies ahead. This poem makes you want to put your arms around this child in your arms and not let go.
Linda
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Linda