© Dennis Miles. All rights reserved.
Books
2024
The Fortress Flood
A poetry book of the mind, thoughts on show. The Fortress Flood, inspired by people, interactions and life. Raw poetry about thoughts, feelings and observations with no filter. The journey, do you resonate?
About Me
Hi, my name is De, I write under the pen name of Dennis Miles. Thank you for visiting my page.
Please do check out my book if poetry is your thing. If you have just finished reading my book, I wanted to say thank you. I really do appreciate your support.
A little bit about me
I grew up in London in the 80’s. I am one of seven children and growing up on a council estate wasn’t easy. In 1996 my family and I moved north, outside of London. The new start was difficult yet refreshing at the same time. Art was my favourite subject, although English was a subject that I excelled in. Despite my interest in Art, I ended up with a career in Insurance. Insurance is one of those industries which you just fall into. I’ve had some amazing opportunities and experiences, which I have been grateful for. As we get older, we experience those situations that can either make or break us. This certainly has been a running theme throughout my life. Along the way at various points, I have had some interesting encounters. It was always an eventful experience when I was approached by strangers who wanted to tell me their woes, this still happens on a regular basis. As are conversations with strangers which offer insight into life and those lessons. I am grateful for these times. I have an open heart and tend to be empathic. I love to learn, that is a passion that has stuck with me for my whole life, although I have never been much of a reader. My kind and calm nature seems to have got me far. I still work in the Insurance Industry but also enjoy the rewards of supporting people with Dementia, this is the most fulfilling part of my life, supporting others in many ways.
About my book
My poems are definitely not about my experiences at work, although some poems may focus on those people I have met along the way at various times in my life. A particular encounter, many years ago had such a profound effect on me. This encounter pointed me to the spiritual world and has contributed to who I am today, particularly the self-reflective side. It allowed me to focus on me and start my journey within. It was such a positive encounter, one which had led to a beautiful friendship. This also led to me practicing self-care in a more purposeful manner, which includes regular meditation and gratitude rituals. I am truly grateful for this life path.
My book mainly details those life events, some major milestones or observations. It has allowed me to release what was inside my mind, hence the title “The Fortress Flood” This is a very personal book, one which at this stage I have not advertised. It was released for the purpose of sharing my thoughts and with the hope that the reader may relate to my journey, my thoughts or even start to enjoy the journey of life itself. You may see the running theme that what is meant to be is meant to be, however we do have control. Knowing that there are ups and downs, steps forward and back. But with growth at the forefront, the unknown, the flow. Let’s embrace what’s to come.
If you have got this far on my page, again I am grateful- Thank you for your support
Lots of Love
Dennis Miles (De)
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