I was the one holding the door. I had the power. It was always me.
~ Lisa Hale Vandergriff
This book is a collection of poetry that explores the journey from unwanted expectations and imposed identities to the discovery of one’s true self. Along the path, doors open, love is sought, hearts are broken, yet hope and desire rise from the ashes. Each section marks a turning point, reminding us that hope is never lost in pain and disappointment—only when we give up on ourselves. This realization leaves us free to care not only for ourselves, but also for those around us.
