Read through this repertoire of poems, and you will witness Richard?s journey, one which begins at a young age and continues to this day. At every step, his peers and family members have been instrumental in the success he had achieved in his various endeavours. His recollection of how he?s relished success and his gratitude toward those who have made it possible is expressed in a style that he has truly mastered. Through unique literary skills, Mr. Brooks shows how he has devoted himself to building friendships over the years and the dedication needed in keeping those cherished friendships. It?s about sharing the little things in life with others, which have no price, but which brings us the greatest fulfilment. It?s about helping to shoulder the weight of others? burdens, to be with them in their darkest hour, and to remind them that it?s that very darkness, which is at its worst before the dawning of a better day. Conversely, Richard also offers a more sobering perspective on how we can relate to the emptiness felt when friendships fail to endure in stanzas reflecting on violation of trust, misdeeds, and broken promises.