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    DREAMS
    DREAMS
    DREAMS
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    DREAMS

    By Debra Saraswati Simpson

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    From the peace of Zen gardens to the lush romance of Venice these poems are dreams, spells, fantasies, stories and prayers; a celebration of life, beauty and grace.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOutskirts Press
    Release dateNov 29, 2023
    ISBN9781977270702
    DREAMS
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    Debra Saraswati Simpson

    Debra Saraswati Simpson is a poet, traveler, and yogini. She has lived in Japan, Italy, Hawaii and California and currently lives in Westminster, Maryland. 

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      DREAMS - Debra Saraswati Simpson

      DREAMS

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      Copyright © 2024 Debra Saraswati Simpson

      v1.0

      This is a work of poeticized fiction. The opinions expressed in this manuscript are solely the opinions of the author and do not represent the opinions or thoughts of the publisher. The author has represented and warranted full ownership and/or legal right to publish all the materials in this book.

      This book may not be reproduced, transmitted, or stored in whole or in part by any means, including graphic, electronic, or mechanical without the express written consent of the publisher except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews.

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      I dedicate this book

      to Johnnie Simpson,

      my husband, forever love,

      best friend, soulmate, and muse.

      I love you.

      THANK YOU to my family and friends for always encouraging me to write, and to dream.

      - Johnnie Simpson – my husband, muse, and inspiration.

      - Devin, Johnnie, and Rosie – my kids, who always inspire me with their art, writing, and creativity.

      - Bonnie Brown, Jessica Ruster, and Ruth Paget (the Three Graces) – my writing buddies and beloved friends.

      - Debbie Otto – my best friend for 45 years. Thank you for always believing in me, and for sharing adventures.

      - David Gitin – my writing teacher, gifted poet, and friend.

      - Nadjet and Paul Kob, and Joe and Sue Boogren – dear friends, partners, and family.

      - My family – Nick, Hannah, Alaina, Heather and Randy, Rodney, Barbara and Johnnie Frank, and my parents Lyn and Bob for their love

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