This book is a full collection of a young women’s poetry. Her inquiring mind is readily seen in an early where in first grade she asked her ‘irrelevant or was it irreverent’ question. Susan Arja writes with child-like simplicity, coupled with a metaphysical sensibility, capturing images of the sacred in everyday life. Her poetry is sad and weighty, elusive and unique, playful and ultimately redeeming. The deep, compassionate intelligence of the poet is ever present. The poems reflect her dignity and grace, the sweetness in her, and her indomitable and humble spirit.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Susan Arja
Susan Arja was born in Manhasset, Long Island, New York. She won a scholarship to Smith College, Massachusetts, where she majored in literature. She was a competitive swimmer and shared that enjoyment by volunteering to teach children to swim at the Y.M.C.A. She also served as a volunteer at the Children's Hospital, Seattle. She enjoyed bycycling, especially long tours. Her interest in art led her to painting, collage-making and sculpture, and in crafts, she especially enjoyed needlework. Her music compositions ranged from the haunting to the playful, and, oh how she loved to dance. She had a deep interest in meditation and eastern philosophy, and was a disciple of Osho. Susan Arja took life at the age of 43 after a long struggle with bipolar disorder.
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