I Believe, and Jesus Knows!

P.S. Glyckherr's poetry collection, I Believe, and Jesus Knows! resonates deeply with themes of faith, love, hope, and the profound connections among family and friends. This collection offers a heartfelt tribute, particularly to the author's daughters and future generations, weaving threads of personal experience with universal truths. The poems reflect a rich canvas of emotions, highlighting the beauty in life's fleeting moments, the struggles of personal loss, and the healing power of love and faith. Glyckherr's work delivers vivid imagery and relatable metaphors that bring her experiences to life. In “If I Were a Clown,” the poet uses the clown as a symbol of transformation and freedom, a stark contrast to the burdens and restrictions of adult life. Such devices infuse the poems with a refreshing sincerity, allowing readers to connect with the emotional landscapes depicted.

P.S. Glyckherr has the extraordinary gift of translating complex concepts into insightful and beautiful lines. When portraying sacrifice in the Christian faith, the poet captures the example of Jesus in “I Believe”: “He endured our sins and sorrows / beneath a crown of thorns.” The poet writes about love from a personal, intimate perspective. “Outside the Lines” exemplifies this, “But I will forever remember the fear I felt / before real LOVE arrived – just in time!” Emotions of fear and uncertainty, the sentiment of love anchored in Christ, and humanity inspired by Christian teachings are some of the exceptionally developed themes that create the undercurrents of these rhythmic lines. The short sentences, the compelling imagery, and the dazzling metaphors are elements that enrich this collection. The poet invites readers to find shelter and sanctuary in a love bigger than them: “You will always be my 'Port of Call' / that place I stop to unload despair.” I Believe, and Jesus Knows! is extensive, powerful, and profound, delivered in simplicity, yet the seemingly simplistic style masks the deep currents of thought and the hidden import of the poetic utterances.