The Open Window
of My Heart

by

The Author

Sybil I. Fulk

Sybil I. Fulk

I was born in Neptune NJ, and lived in New Jersey until the age of twelve, when my sister and I moved to Oregon. We had a very traumatic childhood as we had no choice but to live with someone that had dangerous tendencies. Our mother had issues with alcohol, so we rarely had anyone in our corner. I started writing at age 12, and at first it was a form of self-therapy. My writing journey changed when I turned seventeen, to include some brighter times in my life. I still had flashbacks and dark days, but I was more able to manage them. Soon after, I met God and when I did, I almost completely changed. I say almost because the past is always a part of me and had a hand in making me who I am, but I now realize if it all hadn’t happened, I do not know what kind of person I would be. I was married twice, had two children, and became a widow at 53 years old.

Now, I have a life partner that is a veteran and an amazing man. I now live a peaceful life and I am very appreciative of that.

The Book

The Open Window
of My Heart

I have one book and it is a poetry and art book. The poetry has been written over the course of my life, and the artwork I just started doing about seven years ago. I did most of it for our local Hospice organization. Hospice would give one to the family of a client they had lost. I mostly do animals and scenery.

Book Theme

God filled my heart in an instant

With a joy like I'd never known Although my life is not perfect I'm no longer walking alone

Power and compassion

Are not far apart Their found in the depths Of a strong woman's heart.

Love is a gift

And I'm reminded each day Not to expect it But to give it away.

What Readers Are Saying

Annalee
Annalee
@Annalee
An emotional and touching book

Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2024


Verified Purchase

This book of poetry is very well written and Sybil has truly found her calling by reaching out, through her words, to everyone
Annalee Fulk
Annalee Fulk
@Annalee Fulk
Recommend

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024


This book has some really nice original poetry on life, laughter, love, and loss. You can tell Sybil feels with her whole heart. This is lovely way to pass a Sunday afternoon with a cup of coffee.
DeAnna Russelle
DeAnna Russelle
@DeAnna Russelle
A pleasant read

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2024




Sybil Fulk's poems stir sweet memories and relatable feelings. When I read her poems, I can feel myself walking in the woods, the leaves crunching under my feet, the birds singing. Her poems bring pleasant memories. Holding hands with my husband, comforting hugs from dear friends. Her collection is like a meditation of the small joys in life we tend to overlook. I bought a copy of this book for my granddaughter to remind her to look for and appreciate life's blessingstry on life, laughter, love, and loss. You can tell Sybil feels with her whole heart. This is lovely way to pass a Sunday afternoon with a cup of coffee.
Rebecca Snyder
Rebecca Snyder
@Rebecca Snyder
Very moving words!

Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024


Verified Purchase

Sybil’s words would resonate with anyone! They speak to the heart. Plus the drawings are excellent
Annalee
Annalee
@Annalee
An emotional and touching book

Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2024


Verified Purchase

This book of poetry is very well written and Sybil has truly found her calling by reaching out, through her words, to everyone
Annalee Fulk
Annalee Fulk
@Annalee Fulk
Recommend

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024


This book has some really nice original poetry on life, laughter, love, and loss. You can tell Sybil feels with her whole heart. This is lovely way to pass a Sunday afternoon with a cup of coffee.