About

Jen adams poetry

My Poetry Story

Do you ever wonder?

Have you ever sat in a field and listened to the corn grow?
Have you ever stared at the clouds and wonder where they go?
Have you ever listened to the cars on the street, the tires bumping on the asphalt they meet?
Have you ever felt a heartbeat upon your chest, felt like it was yours not theirs on your chest?
Have you ever looked at a hand with its veins and its marks, wondered where they’ve been what they’ve touched and taken a part?
Have you ever really listened to the bird as it chirps, is it responding to you or the other bird on the perch?
Have you ever wondered about the bug on your plant, how it got where it is how it climbed up the potted slant?
I know you’ve wondered what happens when you die?
We all have our thoughts about the pearly gates in the sky.  

- Jen Adams

I wonder when I actually started writing.  It's easiest to say that I've been writing my whole life.  I can for sure say, that I've been wondering my whole life. Poetry gives my wonder a home, a place to roam outside of my head. My journal was my first best friend, and as I turned with the sun, poetry became my long-lasting lover.   Writing is my meditation, it's a place I go where I feel most alive and the most at peace.  For someone who struggles with focus, I fancy the attention that easily flows when I'm in the zone.  I'm passionate about all forms of expression.  I believe we are all struggling artists; we're all just struggling to let our art be made, be seen and be heard. I'm passionate about inspiring others to feel the freedom that comes from peeking inside and making it creatively come alive on the outside.

One day I read a poem to a friend.  I then read another poem to another friend. I remember the sweat in the palm of hand, I felt naked and afraid. Yet what I began to realize was that my poetry wasn't for me, it was for you.  Maybe my poetry isn't even from me, it comes through me. I came to realize that people loved my poetry.  So, I kept writing and got more comfortable reading and slowly began to call myself a poet!

And then, I gathered up all my musings and published a book, "Sage Soul and Flowers poetry from the soul".  It's illustrated by an amazing artist and friend, Brooke Kelley, which made the whole project even more special.

we are born to create

 “To create is to make something that has never existed before. There’s nothing more vulnerable than that.” – Brené Brown

Here's a glimpse of a few pages from, Sage Soul and Flowers poetry from the Soul

Be 

...Let my energy rise, let me be wise and BE with all that is before my eyes.

sweet like a cherry

Love roams freely in the field. Its beat beautifies and heals. It rides on the back of the spotted hued horse. It beats so boldly, it knocks down doors...

Curiosity Cove

In the mysterious woods of Curiosity Cove, Read the sign - You're Welcome Here from Wherever you Drove. 

book Reviews


Here's What Readers are saying...

Sage Soul and flowers is a beautiful book! I love the artwork and the words. You can tell the writer has seen some life experiences and has a lot to share about what she has learned. She seems to be opening her heart and sharing of herself in order to inspire and to aid others in their own journey. It could probably help someone take their own inner journey. The illustrations are intriguing and interesting. Could be made into large murals in cityscape! I love this collaboration of talented women! Makes a great gift or addition to library.
— HOLLARK

This book is spectacular! Touching all emotional senses with poetic words and artwork! The author’s and artist's soul is felt in every word and every image; piercing one’s soul while bringing forth emotions that you feel, but sometimes overlook. The artistic construct of the book creates food for thought, imagery of the mind and personal emotional growth. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the flowing thoughts and immersing my soul into every image. I have bought more books for my friends after experiencing every page several times!! 


— Lisa | San Diego, USA

Love this Book!

This book feels like a warm hug! It is beautifully written and illustrated with poetry filled with Healing, inspiration, and encouragement! I recommend it to anyone who is on a path to live their best life! 
— Kathie | Mission Viejo, USA

I've been turning each page, curious to see the next. Thoroughly enjoying each poem and the creative art that complements it so nice. This poetry book radiates light and joy. I encourage other buyers to divulge into the poems-they inspire creativity and encourage warmth and laughter.

This poetry book makes a great gift to family and friends- I highly recommend each home to have a copy 
Elise, Montana

A breath of fresh air! Truely poetry from the soul!

An uplifting book of poetry that leaves you recharged! Love the cute and colorful illustrations too. What a great gift for you and anybody on your list! Highly recommend grabbing multiple copies! 

A soulful book that brightens my day every time I pick it up!

Sage, Soul and Flowers is joy-filled, deeply spirited poetry that can change my attitude and perspective from one of despondency to lightness and hope with the reading of just one page. I’m getting this for all my friends! 

Take a break!

What great words to have to soothe your day. I find it great to pick it up randomly and open to a new poem that speaks to me in different ways. It’s always there to make my day a better day ;) I love it ! 

What a great little book of poetry. A lot of these poems really touched my heart and gave me a lot to think about in my own life. Went back and bought more books for gifts for friends 

Reading Sage Soul and Flowers is just that!! Peaceful, soulful and full of positive vibes!

I highly recommended it for any kind of setting! Coffee, beach, back patio, deck, or on your couch with the fireplace going!!
It’s great!!!!! 

Inspirational and beautiful!

This is such a great book! And just in time for the holidays a great gift! 

Inspiring and Magical!
I was so taken by this sweet little book of poems that I gave it as gifts to my closet friends for Christmas. It was the perfect gift! Even if you’re not a big poetry fan, you will find this book fun to read and contemplate. It’s full of poems that are easy to relate to and up-lifting. The book is written with such honesty and truth that you feel connected to the author’s vulnerability. The artwork on each page is playful and unique. I leave it out at my office and find my clients enjoy flipping through it as well. Truly enjoyable! 

Salve for the Soul!

In her new book, Sage, Soul and Flowers, Jen Adams contemplates time, change, our inner voice and the mystery of life. She portrays peaceful, whimsical moments at the beach and illuminates the courage needed to carve a new path. She encourages us to believe in ourselves, know the value of love, and to remember how connected we all are. Her poems felt like salve for my soul. 
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