is a book of poetry influenced from my life stories. My poems are based upon my struggles from childhood to adulthood as I covered up my pain and stains. My poetry has helped me realize my strength and endurance through difficult times and experiences. It is my vision that these poems will inspire and aid those that are still harboring pain and unhealthy baggage from the root and that which needs to be destroyed. By the Grace of God, I am standing in a good place and space in my life and I am aided with the ability to forsake the negative energy of others and promote peace and good will toward all mankind. My heart will forever be unstained. As I walk through my journey of life, it is my purpose to inspire and promote kindness through literacy, poetry and acts of faith and kindness. LINDA INGRAM