Splitting the Sun: The Quiet Things That Remain is a collection of lyrical and free-verse poems that convey grief, memory, truth, loss, and hope through images of rivers, flowers, dust, orchards, teacups, and the changing seasons of life. These poems reflect on what was lost, what is remembered, and what continues to thrive within us. Moving between personal sorrow and moments of self-reflection, the poems explore the loneliness of being misunderstood, the ache of missed opportunities, and the courage to seek truth and healing even in the shadow of loss. Each poem invites the reader to pause and notice the beauty hidden in ordinary things, and to discover that even after life's deepest trials and farewells, there are still quiet things that remain. Written with rich imagery and contemplative symbolism, Splitting the Sun explores the quiet beauty that still endures after love, loss, and time have reshaped the heart. This Special Edition expands the collection into a dialogue between poetry and visual art, featuring the author's original paintings and drawings alongside Artist's Reflections, section reflections, and Behind the Poem notes that reveal the memories, meanings, and creative choices woven throughout the book. Together, the poems, artwork, and reflections trace a journey from life before loss, through absence and hidden wounds, toward healing, truth, and the possibility of light.