Grief carves the soul, but love gives it voice.
In Looking Back–Looking Forward, Ralph L. Myers opens a deeply personal window into the soul’s endurance through unimaginable grief. Through a touching collection of poetry, Myers invites readers to join him in honoring the two greatest loves of his life—his wife Francine, taken by pancreatic cancer, and his son Tom, whose life was tragically cut short by violence.
This book is more than a poetic tribute; it is a spiritual reflection born out of heartbreak, resilience, and unwavering faith. Through verses rooted in real-life sorrow and Christian hope, Myers offers a gentle hand to others walking through loss. His writing becomes a sanctuary—each poem a quiet place to sit with grief, to acknowledge pain, and ultimately to find solace in the presence of God.
What makes this collection especially profound is its honesty. Myers doesn’t shy away from the raw ache of loss, but rather walks through it with dignity and reverence. At the same time, his reflections are infused with spiritual depth, demonstrating how one can live forward with purpose even while looking back with love. The poems draw strength from Christian principles of compassion, endurance, and the healing power of memory.
This book belongs on the shelf of anyone who has loved deeply and lost dearly. It speaks not only to the wounds of grief, but also to the quiet courage required to carry on. For those seeking peace in their own storm, Looking Back–Looking Forward offers comfort, faith, and the gentle reminder that love never dies.
What story does your grief want to tell—and how will you let God help you carry it?