Southern Girl, Yankee Roots
A C o l l e c t i o n o f P o e t r y
by
Danielle Thorne
Copyright © 2016 by Danielle Thorne
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Second Edition
Original Publish Date: September 2014
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Dedication
This collection of poetry is dedicated to my parents, Dan and Roxie Leatherwood, who never once laughed when I said I wanted to be a writer. To all of my family and friends who have given me support and plenty to write about, and to my wonderful sixth grade teacher, Mrs. Ghirardi—wherever you are—look what you inspired in me. Last but not least and always in my heart, to Rob and my boys.
Introduction
I grew up in Middle Tennessee, although my early years were spent in the Appalachian town of Waynesville, North Carolina. A bi-product of a first marriage, I used poetry as I evolved from a child into a young adult to feel my way through life. This collection of poetry does not include those emotional investigations. Instead, it's the thoughts of a young adult and puzzled thirty-something-year-old trying to find her way through the mire of family roots and tradition, as well as parenthood and the society of the South.
These life songs are my perspective and opinions, and no one else's. They are frank at times, but they also include the beautiful moments I have experienced. I hope you enjoy them and find some inspiration to help you ponder, cope, or just smile.
Danielle Thorne, 2010