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🔥Warning🔥 This poem contains vivid descriptions of wildfires and may be triggering for some readers. It is intended to honor the resilience and hope of those affected by wildfires, and to raise awareness about the impact of these disasters. †*****************† California's coastal hills, where cypress trees once swayed. Now ablaze, as flames engulf and hearts are dismayed. The inferno's fury, wild and free. Leaves scars that only time can see. To those who've lost their homes, once full of laughter and tears. Now reduced to ashes, memories, and all the passing years. May comfort find its way to you, and memories of joy forever shine through. I stand with you, through smoke and flames. Through every step of the rebuilding journey's pains. With a heart that cares, and a spirit that aspires. My sympathies are with you, like a burning fire. May the United States' spirit prevail. Through trials and tribulations, never fail: may the resilience of its people ...

Until Morning Comes: Poems of Love, Loss and Longing is a poignant and evocative collection that delves into the complexities of the human experience. Through a rich tapestry of words, the poets masterfully weave together themes of love, loss, and longing, creating a work that resonates deeply with readers. In this blog post, we'll explore some extended discussion questions that invite readers to immerse themselves in the emotional depth of this remarkable collection. Discussion Questions: Love: The Complexity of Human Connection. The poems in "Until Morning Comes" define love in all its forms, from romantic love to familial love and self-love. Which poems resonated with you the most in terms of exploring the complexities of love?  How do the poems portray the intersection of love and vulnerability?  Consider the ways in which the poets use symbols and metaphors to represent love, and how these recurring images contribute to the collection's emotional impa...