The Truth As I See It: In Poetry & Prose breaks down myths and misconceptions about life that threaten to hold the heart captive. Nakia R. Laushaul expresses her views of The Truth about Me and You, Love, God, and Life in powerful poems that make the truth look painfully simple and prose that tenderly draws you into the world as she sees it. The Truth As I See It: In Poetry & Prose beautifully fuses together and creates light after tackling difficult and sometimes taboo topics. Out of pain and anger comes healing. Out of despair and disappointment comes hope. Out of the darkness of lies shines the truth.