With a Pen in my Hand is a book of poetry about being at the center of the world and understanding it. Often, we are surrounded by so much that we just rush through everything to get to the next step. We have to understand the world through knowledge, wisdom, and hope. To me, poetry reveals the mystery of the mind. That’s when writing comes into place. With a pen in your hand, you start to say things you didn't even know existed in your mind. Free verse and lyric poetry are the best ways to let go of what the ink is holding. I hope you enjoy these creative and new poems that are included in this book! Xoxo always, Bethany