Aggressive

Like much art, the title poem was born in a moment of frustration. Fortunately, there is beauty in exposing scars.This collection of poems and creative musings explores common human themes of love, anger, fear, redemption, joy, family, faith, community, social justice, and hope. It is the intention of the author to inspire, uplift, and amuse the reader through mild irreverence, humorous observation, and occasionally, deeply introspective honesty.

Eric DeVaughnn is a writer, poet, and spoken word artist on a quest to uncover honesty in art. At an early age, he developed an almost reverent appreciation for all things creative. His mission is to seek and express truth, and to uphold the standard of excellence established well before him. He has been a featured reader and guest performer on many diverse stages and venues United States. Ever the proponent for critical thinking and challenging perception, Eric uses wordplay and storytelling to examine the higher truths of life under the moniker "Thought Requires Uncommon Effort," or simply: T . R . U . E