Poignant Poetry: Stimulating the Mind, Soothing the Soul (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798868523816)

This compilation presents a life's work of heartfelt, poetic creations. The variety herein is broad and engaging. From life to death, and from family to Police work, the content is comprehensive. These poems will pique your interest, and make you laugh. They will challenge you to look at the world and yourself more closely. The formats and types of poems are quite varied including, Haiku, Acrostic, simple rhyme, and free verse. Sadness and darkness are analyzed with stark reality but with dignity. Our minds and human nature are probed. The perspectives are truly unique. Some of the poems are quite surprising taking unexpected turns. Some are hard hitting. So may we suggest that you sit down and enjoy some truly "Poignant Poetry."

California surfer boy, turned, writer, and Detective. Lyle spent 40 years investigating crime in California, New Mexico, and Texas. His extensive career included, undercover narcotics agent, Police Detective, Medical Investigator for the New Mexico OMI (Office of the Medical Investigator), and Loss Prevention Manager for Walgreens. Married 53 years with two lovely children.

Cares more about people than things. Doyle's "Sherlock Holmes" and the classics were an early inspiration. Lyle has worked hard to be a keen observer of the human circumstance. Admiration of Asian (especially Japan) and Hispanic cultures have been a large influence. All of these experiences have molded his thinking and writing.

Hobbies: Creative writing, the Spanish Language, Bonsai, love of dogs, Rock and Roll, Billiards, Word games, Fishing ( Fresh water & saltwater.) Above all the study of the Bible, and biblical history, is a constant and happy pursuit.