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Gone Before
A Grief Journey in Poems
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Ruth lost her mum in 2020. For the last 6 years of her life she'd been living in Ruth's home, and they'd become very close.
Writing these poems was a vital part of Ruth's grief journey, helping her to process the enormity of her loss and to work through her deep pain, finally coming to a place of acceptance, comfort, and healing.
This book invites the reader to walk that road with Ruth, in the hope that it will be a help to them on their own path to healing.
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Here's what people are saying about
Gone Before
"Ruth Fanshaw documents her grieving and healing process after losing her mom with her brave collection of poems…
"Gone Before is an uplifting companion for anyone experiencing grief after the loss of a loved one. I loved that the poems can be read relative to the stage or aspect of grief that one is experiencing…
"I loved the work’s imagery and found the poems moving. I appreciated the messages of hope and healing and that the grieving journey is not rushed… It is a wonderful gift for anyone experiencing grief."
– Edith Wairimu
Readers’ Favorite reviewer – 5 stars awarded
"Gone Before: A Grief Journey in Poems by Ruth Fanshaw is a collection of the author's poetry written to process the depth of heartache that comes when we lose someone close to us… All told, Fanshaw has collated nearly four dozen poems that range in tone, tenor, length, and style…
"Gone Before is a beautifully composed validation of the heart, an especially important show of solidarity, and one I would give a whole bucket of stars if I could. I very highly recommend this collection."
– Jamie Michele
Readers’ Favorite reviewer – 5 stars awarded
"…[W]hen her mother passed on [Ruth] went through pain that had to be overcome before she could reach acceptance. This collection of poems is a depiction of that inner healing process… and shares the meaningful experiences of the author… aimed at helping others conquer their moments of grief…
"Gone Before is an excellent book that will inspire readers to reflect on life… This selection of poems shows that a sense of grief may remain, but love and fond memories will always prevail."
– Diana Lopez
Readers’ Favorite reviewer – 5 stars awarded
"I appreciated the soul and depth and good and bad that shone in this. It was very emotional but also grounding and so very touching and beautiful… The emotions are so deep and real."
– A.R. Harlow
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