Betty Adorno Rivera

Life As I See It... Betty Adorno Rivera

This book of poems is based on my own real personal life experiences as well as others. I focus on what I feel at the time, what I have experienced, or what someone else has experienced. I write on subject matters that relates to abuse, cheating, everyday life struggles, and what can be done to take charge of that moment. All of my poems have meaning and messages to help others visualize a situation that may have had an effect on their lives with possible resolution. My poems are intended to inspire and motivate others as I have been inspired to write them. My voice speaks out loud to represent those who are fearful to speak for themselves. If I can reach out and touch somebody and make a difference in their life, then I feel that my work was worth sharing. My inspiration and motivation comes from my loving husband who came to my rescue at a time when all was dark and empty in my life, and my children who gave me reasons to want to live. The fact that I was in a dangerous situation also put my children's lives at risk and gave me the strength and courage to take control of my life. I write poems as a medicinal tool to help heal my wounds internally and emotionally. It allows me to tell a story and controls my mental state of mind by putting it at ease and peace. These crucial changes allowed me to have the peace of mind that I have today. I have some good memories which I will always embrace and treasure, but had more bad than good that will never be forgotten.