When was the last time you read a book of poetry that was written for you instead of a literary critic? When was the last time you actually enjoyed reading poetry? If you think poems should be understandable, if you think that poetry should be clear and accessible, if you think that poetry should be about the things that matter most, then this book is for you. If you like Robert Frost, William Stafford, and Emily Dickinson, you will love "The Path I've Trod" by Thomas L. Kay. He is a poet that will make you enjoy reading poetry again. He writes about things that matter most. May you enjoy and treasure this book.