In his first published collection of poetry, "My Words," Terrence Carter invites you to journey with him and to discover who he is, as he shares some of his views on life and love and relates some of his past and present experiences, both the joyful and painful. In the opening chapter, the author starts out on "The Path of Life," as he discovers many aspects of his life, including his passion to write, as he beckons us to flow with him on the river of his creativity, A second chapter opens with "In Search" and reveals success and failure to find love in its purest form. Chapters 3 and 4 explore the author's desire for serious relationships, both outside of and within his own family which is very important to him. There is a quiet strength in Carter's "My Words," bringing to mind the words of W. Gladden: "Gentle words, quiet words, are after all the most powerful words. They are more convincing, more compelling, more prevailing." Terrence Carter invites you to join him in his compelling journey of discovery. Listen and hear his voice; listen with your heart. Read "My Words" and be enlightened.