I Loved Them First
- ISBN-10
- 1462403328
- ISBN-13
- 9781462403325
- Category
- Poetry
- Pages
- 56
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-10-08
- Publisher
- Inspiring Voices
- Author
- Karen Phelps
Description
“These poems celebrate a sacred connection. They are proof that the unconditional love of animals can sustain the human heart through all life’s seasons.” - Lorraine Ash Life Touches Life: A Mother’s Story of Stillbirth and Healing “The emotional themes are poignant and powerful throughout this heart-warming anthology. Karen gives voice to the devotional ties between people and their companion pets. I enjoyed reading and savoring every single poem.” -Karen Rippstein, Creative Writing Teacher, Hawthorne, NY
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