"My Life In Poetry" expresses the love of a woman, Joan Carol Conrad, for her family, friends, and life through heartfelt passionate poetry. The poems reflect her feelings, of love and hatred, toward her parents and siblings, as well as a deep endearing love for her children and friends. This poetry was used as a release from the burdens Joan carried, resulting from a tormented childhood due to parent neglect and sibling abuse. Joan's passion for the elusive, "perfect love," although never achieved, was always deep within her spirit. Joan's poetry is timeless, emotional, and profound.