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There was a moment that stood out in David Sweet’s career—one that reminded him why he writes in the first place. After sharing a heartfelt poem with a client, David later received an unexpected thank-you note, handwritten on the back of a Hallmark card. The client expressed how deeply the poem resonated with her, explaining that she felt personally connected to every line. She shared that she cherished the piece and knew she would return to read it throughout her life, especially in the moments when she needed grounding or inspiration. For David, that simple card became a powerful reminder of the lasting impact meaningful words can have. This thank you is from a broker who specializes in unique properties such as farms, ranches and properties involving multiple acres. A thank you letter to David Sweet for poetry about grief! "Down the Stretch". A unique program designed to utilize retired racehorses to rehabilitate veterans with PTSD. A special thank you from Wolf Thompson's, a Las Vegas attorney, four-year-old son little Eli. Eli is one of David Sweet's youngest readers and reached out with a birthday poem! Coaching, especially when needed most, will always involve trust, consistency and sincerity. These are some of the most important qualities that create life changing experiences. Right person right timing! A beautiful group thank you! These thank you notes were provided out of gratitude from a variety of poems and various coaching. Jennifer; a life coach for 22 years and Mark Green of carsyeah.com Profit. Pride. Proven. A Land Dynamics Seminar devised by David Sweet to grow and enhance earning power covering a plethora of beneficial topics from mineral rights to even sales. You can have coaching designed to enhance your earning power! Joe Maxwell: Designated Broker from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Pacific Commons provided this letter of support for David Sweet recommending him as an instructor and coach for Real Estate Licensing Classes. This certification provides completion demonstrating that David Sweet understands the differences in learning abilities between specific age and background groups. This requires patience and specific skills to effectively and assist retention with the student. This is an example of the ' Missing ' poem by David Sweet. This is a thank you poem, always personally signed by David. Provided to all of those who have served. 1 hour with David Sweet, save $20,000 annually. ROI: You do the math... Great Thank Yous Extended and Appreciated In 2005, $4,000 was helped raised in support for the Realtors Ride for Freedom. This included the Welcoming Our Wounded Soldiers under Operation Homefront at Madigan Hospital on Ft. Lewis for battle wounded soldiers. This also included providing much needed necessities to these very same wounded veterans as well as care packages for our soldiers to give to the children of Iraq. Finally, and of course Operation Baby Love which provides much needed support to active-duty new mothers and/or the spouses of a deployed soldier. During various times in our lives, we find ourselves in tough situations. Coaching can assist you finding your purpose to get you back on your feet. Coaching can also help you find hope and a pathway out of your situation. These are just a few thank Yous from those who have experienced these up and downs. The power the 'Missing Poem' can have. NO FURTHER WORDS NECESSARY . Believe! Coaching will keep you on track! Kassidy, put the 'close' on David Sweet, the smartest most adorable seven-year-old you could ever meet! Right Timing. Right Gifts. Right Inspiration. Many more thank you letters from individuals who have benefited from coaching. Sue and Will thanking for the gift of Stones, Winds and Life. Many more thank you notes from those who became friends after coaching! Especially those in real estate, referrals given to a deserving professional agent. A very special thank you from Kortney for a birthday present to a hard working and hard studying grand child of a good friend! A memorial poem. To a life-long great friend, Bill, who passed on. A very special thank you letter from the wife of a soldier!

In a world overflowing with noise, the most impactful voices are often the ones that speak with intention. The message above is a reminder that our words are more than sounds — they are instruments that shape connection, clarity, and consequence. “I think before I speak” calls us back to mindfulness. It challenges us to pause long enough to understand not only what we’re saying, but why we’re saying it. Thoughtful communication isn’t about hesitation — it’s about purpose. “I speak the heart of it” encourages honesty without excess. When we strip away pretense and get to the essence of what matters, our words land with authenticity. People don’t remember rambling; they remember truth delivered simply and directly. “Anything you can name you can limit” reminds us that labels create boundaries. When we define something too quickly, we shrink its possibilities. This line invites us to speak with awareness, knowing that naming can empower — but also confine. And finally: “How will what I say affect someone in the next five minutes?” It’s a question that brings everything into focus. Our words have immediate impact. They can lift or wound, open or close, connect or divide. When we hold this question before speaking, we shift from reaction to responsibility. This short passage is more than advice — it’s a communication philosophy. A practice. A discipline. A reminder that every conversation is a chance to shape the world around us with clarity, compassion, and care. PURPOSE, PROCESS, PAYOFF A ND SUCCESS! *

Discover how to build resilience and embrace joy with 'Heart of Resilience'—a guide to coping with challenges effectively. “You’ll have the freedom to celebrate yourself and your joy anytime, and you’ll never again have to rely on someone else or what’s going on around you to feel good about yourself.” Heart of Resilience: Reader's Advantage 1. David Sweet has written an inspirational tutorial titled Heart of Resilience . 2. It is designed for readers to gain freedom to celebrate themselves and their joy any time and never again have to rely on someone else or what’s going on around them to feel good about themselves. 3. Heart of Resilience has three secrets: Your joy is yours, and no one can take it away from you. Readers can use what’s there right away, even if they don’t understand it. It teaches the mechanisms behind resilience. 4. Readers can go at their own pace on the way to noticing and adjusting their thoughts while building and gaining inner resilience. Who is this for . . . who will benefit? Everyone! This is life, and who doesn’t have a bad day or incoming negativity once in a while? This tutorial will give you the concepts, courage, and mastery to get back on track, back in the game, back to productivity, and enjoying your life again, faster and with less effort every time. It’s for individuals, staff members, and workers in all professions and crafts. It’s for doctors, cab drivers, first responders, stay-at-home moms and dads, those in service industries, and anyone feeling under the thumb of a tyrant. If someone is in an abusive relationship, it may give them that extra ounce of strength to break out of it. Maybe it brings your focus back for the next sales call, and you score big. Or, just maybe it helps you outlast your opponent, or gain the upper hand. Why is David the expert? What are his credentials? The first time David was asked this question in a challenging way it stopped him cold. And then he gave the answer as he thought it: “Because I did it myself!” David has been taught and/or used everything here. It can be learned. You can go at your own pace and record your thoughts, breakthroughs, and positive changes as they occur. It’s a ROAD MAP FOR LIFE and a journal for your own learning process. You ARE the master and commander of your destiny. What new advantages are there? You’ll find thoughts, concepts, how-to instructions, visualization to reach your goals faster, pop quizzes, and ways to reach clarity of thought and gut checks in those tougher times. Inspirational writings, affirmations, and My Choice are included to help you reach your goals and win in life. What’s JOY got to do with RESILIENCE anyway? According to David, “Your joy is part of your very fiber and so is your resilience. Recounting joy reminds you of your spirit, which is a vital part of who you really are. As you remember your joyful moments, plaster a ‘joy wall’ with them. Watch and notice the feelings that come to you as they add up. Hope and confidence will grow.” What’s the bottom line? One-way mental resilience empowers life is to be able to recover and adapt faster. To paraphrase Darwin, it’s not the strongest or fastest who survive, it’s those who c an adapt. Resilience IS inner power—confidence on fire. —Author © 2022 David W Sweet All Rights Reserved. HEART of RESILIENCE A Guide to Self-Reliance and Fin ding Your Way Heart of Res ilience is a result of the author's own life journey peeling away layers of his "mental onion", including panic attacks, sleep apnea, nicotine addiction, agoraphobia, and PTSD. This tutorial contains three secrets: 1. Your joy is yours- no one can take it away from you or keep you from it. 2. You can start to use what's here even if you don't know how it works. 3. Heart of Resilience teaches the mechanism behind mental resilience. Written and Published By DAVID SWEET, INC Tacoma, Washington, United States of America 61 Pages. Printed in the USA Book Design: Alice Briggs Text Editing: Leslie J. Heineman Cover: Robert Thompson ISBN-13: 978-0-9983392-1-4 Copyright 2018 by David Sweet Testimonials, Heart of Resilience “David’s Heart of Resilience is easy to read, easy to follow, and no BS. He lays it on the line; no tricks. It’s written in laymen’s terms and doesn’t talk down to you.” Denise M. Coyle, LMFT, CTS, Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Trauma Specialist “After 30 years in the United States Marine Corps, I believed I had become quite accomplished in dealing with the problems life throws our way; however, I know that many of my brothers in arms have not fared as well. PTSD has been just one of many problems, and that, along with other issues, has taken so many from our ranks. Now retired, my wife and I devote much of our time to voluntary services. The partnership between the Marine Corps’s Toys for Tots and the Pierce County Crime Stoppers program, which, together in 2015, served more than 18,000 children in Pierce County alone, has been a natural fit. Every Christmas, we contract with the Washington State Department of Corrections for female inmates who assist at the Toys for Tots warehouse in distributing donated toys to deserving children. The ladies who come to us have not only had many diverse problems in their past, they must deal daily with stressful events and incidents inside the facility. Through a narrated discussion with David Sweet, and utilizing his book, Heart of Resilience , we were all able to learn how to deal better with problems in our past and the situations we deal with now. I’m sure the time we spent with David will continue to serve and improve our lives by enabling us to accept the past and better deal with the present to ensure a more successful future. One of the ladies put it simply: ‘ Heart of Resilience will enable me to put the past behind and better prepare myself for the challenges that lie ahead.’ Thank you, David. You have made a wonderful and measurable difference in many lives.” Semper Fi, George E. Hight, United States Marine Corps (Retired) Heart of Resilience has helped me deal successfully with anxiety and pressure as well as any old personal thoughts or current circumstances trying to derail my happiness. I found that I got to know myself better and am now able to achieve a peaceful and safe mindset faster! I’ve cleared the way to loving myself, forgiving myself, and valuing myself more! The more we love ourselves, the more we are available to love others.” Gina Schmidt, Store Manager, Design Consultant “Whether you find yourself being consumed by a high-stress work environment or experiencing unpleasant, resurfacing thoughts and memories from the past, Heart of Resilience addresses how to handle the day-to-day disruptive thoughts we all experience. Gina Schmidt, Store Manager, Design Consultant “Understandable, readable; everything is easy to comprehend. When I got to the part about remembering joy, I’d had such a bad last five to six years, I was a blank . . . nothing. When I went back to it later, my joy started coming back to me.” First Responder “Hey, David, I was going through some ‘stuff’ and didn’t know how to get through it. It was time to open your Heart of Resilience . I’m feeling better already!” Lisa Duval, 22 years as Senior Compliance Officer, Fortune 500 Company “We all get bent out of shape sometimes. Somebody or something triggers a reaction, and we do that Jeckyll-Hyde or Hulk-like transformation. David Sweet’s insightful Heart of Resilience spells out a reliable way to practice returning to our true nature and waking up quickly. There's not a wasted word in the book, so read slowly and let it sink in.” Jennifer Sumner, Retired Corporate Consultant, M.Ed., Ph.D. Psychology “Makes you think; I go deep into it. Joy Library brings back old joys and allows you to reflect, and your mind automatically goes to joy. The Awareness Exercise helps you notice who’s around you and what thoughts you have; reflections become more clear. I’m going through it slowly, and it goes with me everywhere. When in front of me, it’s more tangible. I’m looking at me from the inside.” Jeff Winne, District Sales Manager, BSH Home Appliances Corporation “Hi, David: Thank you for meeting with me and your kind, encouraging note! I continue working with your Heart of Resilience book as something comes to the surface. Right now, I find the Power Showers the most beneficial. The Joy section will need more concentrated time, but I find myself aware of it going through my day. It’s really easier to think of the negative stuff, so this is a great exercise! Hope all is well.” Sherry “David: Greetings from AFG! I've been digging through the Heart of Resilience book a lot and use some of the methods you wrote down. I even started sharing some of the techniques with other people. I hope all is well. Take care.” MSG Cory, Special Operations COSTCO CONNECTION ON RESILIENCE Navigating our hyperconnected and stress-filled lives requires increasing amounts of resilience - the ability to withstand emotional or physical difficulties. With practices, patience, and persistence, resilience can be learned. "David's Heart of Resilience is easy to read, easy to follow, and no BS. He lays it on the line; no tricks. It's written in laymen's terms and doesn't talk down to you." Denise M. Coyle, LMFT, CTS, Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Trauma Specialist "Understandable, readable; everything is easy to comprehend. When I got to the part about remembering joy, I'd had such a bad last five to six years, I was a blank ... nothing. When I went back to it later, my joy started coming back to me." First Responder "If we say you're 'bouncing back,' the idea is that somehow, returning to normal. But nobody ever goes back to the same normal." - MICHAEL UNGAR, RESILIENCE EXPERT "Heart of Resilience has helped me deal successfully with anxiety and pressure as well as any old personal thoughts or current circumstances trying to derail my happiness. I found that I got to know myself better and am now able to achieve a peaceful and safe mindset faster! I've cleared the way to loving myself, forgiving myself, and valuing myself more! The more we love ourselves, the more we are available to others." Gina Schmidt, Store Manager, Design Consultant "One of the ladies put it simply: ' Heart of Resilience will enable me to put the past behind and better prepare myself for the challenges that lie ahead.' Thank you, David. You have made a wonderful and measurable difference in many lives." Semper Fi, George E. Hight, United States Marine Corps (Retired) "Hey David, I was going through some 'stuff' and didn't know how to get through it. It was time to open your Heart of Resilience. I'm feeling better already!" Lisa Duval Hole, 22 years as Senior Compliance Officer, Fortune 500 Company "Resilent people are good at recognizing when they're expriencing anxiety, anger, irritability, impatience and frustration." - JO BURRELL, CO-FOUNDER, ULTIMATE RESILIENCE "We all get bent out of shape sometimes. Somebody or something triggers a reaction, and we do that Jekyll-Hyde or Hulk-like transformation. David Sweet's insightful Heart of Resilience spells out a reliable way to practice returning to our true nature and waking up quickly. There's not a wasted word in the book, so read slowly and let it sink in." Jennifer Sumner, Retired Corporate Consultant, M. Ed., Ph.D. Psychology "Makes you think; I go deep into it. Joy Library brings back old joys and allows you to reflect, and your mind automatically goes to joy. The Awareness Exercise helps you notice who's around you and what thoughts you have; reflections become clearer. I'm going through it slowly, and it goes with me everywhere. When in front of me, it's more tangible. I'm looking at me from the inside." Jeff Winne, District Sales Manager, BSH Home Appliances Corporation

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Explore inspiring poetry about optimism, self-growth, and empowerment. Discover a beautiful poem about optimism and find your courage. Being New (You Can) By David W Sweet Walk softly; You’re not alone, Not even in the closet. Breathe softly; You’re never ignored, Not even in the dark. The sunrise releases Night in anticipation Of renewed optimism. .... Click here to view more Imposters & Orbits By David W Sweet Command these thoughts to go. Can you go back in time, relive the largest or smallest of any “let-down moments” and upon doing so, explain and vow to yourself that now, in this present time of your life, you’re only available for thoughts in your best interest? .... Click here to view more Leaving the Past: Affirmations By David W Sweet Nothing can stop me from leaving my past. I’m no longer available for mental conditioning— whether by myself or others—that is no longer in my best interest or supporting me. The past no longer has any hold on me; my inner quests cannot be denied. .... Click here to view more Commanding Thoughts By David W Sweet I choose to imagine and feel the success of coming opportunities. I’m not available for “something could go wrong” or the belief that something bad will happen. I’m only available for nourishing thoughts; nothing can stop me from seeing truth and worth in all. Nothing can interfere with my being joyful. I choose to be delighted and surprised at the outcome of ________. .... Click here to view more Centering By David W Sweet Clearing Bidding farewell to any Lingering Chains of Doubt, Baggage of Fear or Resentment, I claim Freedom. Fretting and Regretting, Shame and Blame Have no place in my life; I gather and lock them away. .... Click here to view more

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Author’s Favorites Begin Backstory Written as a method to center, calm, clear all of the mind, focus, and use an open heart. The bottom line is calling in real power to find the truths and honor yourself and any others involved. Other’s will notice your approach, and feel the positive difference. Heart of Resilience Mission Statement Backstory So, what’s this all about? There’s a lot here, so I leave it to you. There’s time dimensions, Honoring God, Nature, the Universe, and us as Humans searching for enlightenment. Have those in this poem found it? If not, what have they besides freedom and belief? Heart of Resilience Credo Backstory Would you, or could you put forth that this is a “companion” to Begin? How does it feel to choose what’s here for your inner self—for your spirit? How big a part does your heart play in this empowerment scenario? Anything else? How might you feel after using it? Heart of Resilience Personal Backstory Noticing, real noticing, with as much quiet inside that you can muster, is an art and a blessing. Catching details small and large goes hand and hand with the feelings coming. What’s more important? How heavy is “personal” in this story for you? Anything else? Stones Winds and Life Black Ops Backstory Deny . . . Drown it out. Conceal. Who do you believe? How dare you ask? Not a trace . . . Day Starters The Pond Backstory How connected are hope and joy? Do disruptions of life and joy offer choices on how to proceed—how to hold it all? How easy is it to give up? Or is it? What can stand in the way of giving up? Where’s the real “spoiler?” © 2022 David W Sweet All rights reserved. EdgeOf Courage.com Begin By David W Sweet I empty myself of everything I know about them, Including all opinions, All thought forms, And all belifs. I open this spigot; Feeling it run to empty. .... Click here to view more Mission Statement By David W Sweet We energize in our mountain surround, Experience cleansing energy from the sea, Overcome hesitation challenging our rapids, Gain endurance trekking desert sands And feel absolute power amongst the forest Of Giants . .... Click here to view more Credo By David W Sweet No person or no event Can affect or diminish The essential me. I am Clear, Courageous, Versatile, and Caring. I reward myself with Positive, Affirming Thoughts. .... Click here to view more Personal By David W Sweet It was thunder and lighting at the Black Gulch Saloon. Thelma and Zeke were playing that tune. The cowboy came in and strode to the bar. The grizzled beard, the rain-soaked clothes... said to all he'd come far. "Whiskey," he said, in a low, gravelly voice, .... Click here to view more Black Ops By David W Sweet Whitewash Deny Spin Blame Rename Resell Repeal Discredit Distort Ignore the facts Drum it up .... Click here to view more The Pond By David W Sweet Our pond was beautiful; crystal clear water flowed carelessly into it from the spring emerging above and somehow making its way through the ancient lava flow. Just right for swimming; we all had great memories of joy, frolicking and diving into the crystal clear water. Always renewing. .... Click here to view more Can David Sweet Write?? Here are testimonials mentioning personal impacts, inspiration, introspection, and sincere thank you’s in regard to David as a person and his writings, including his first book Stones Winds and Life. Bob Fassl Paintings and drawings Dear David; I wanted to let you know that your collection of poems and stories, "Stones, Winds and Life," moved my wife and I. From one page to the next, your thoughts gave a voice to an overall way-of-life which we’ve held so dear: optimism, and the identification of the "silver linings" within everything, however seemingly negative. Trying to cope within the framework that is our modern, technological society all-the-while retaining focus upon the aspects of life that are truly important; feeding our souls as much as we fulfill our other hungers; realizing the futility and self-defeating nature of striving for the material . . . it was heart warming to hear these lessons of living put so simply and eloquently. You have reminded us of how truly important it is to retain that "child within the parent it came" and embrace the virtues of innocence and wonder. Growing- up and growing describe two very different things to me . . . I’ve always preferred to grow, just not necessarily "up." Thanks again for reminding us to look beyond "society’s mold!" Warmest Regards; Bob Fassl BobFassl.com Cordell H. Bahn, M.D. Re: "Stones, Winds and Life" by David Sweet From dark corners of death, steel and despair, in the No Man’s Land of "Generals and Pawns" to the joyful sneezes-yes, sneezes- of "Missiles," David Sweet’s beautiful collection is about love and the places I’ve never thought to look for it. "Clues" and "Welcome Back To Ego World!" just won’t leave me alone! Cordell Bahn Tacoma, WA David Sweet’s book, "Stone, Winds and Life," is a unique, thought-provoking collection of work. The variety of writings and topics makes you curious to find what is on the next turning of the page. The following are a few selections that particularly stood out to me: In "Last Call," I like how David chooses of a very routine act of nature, such as falling of the leaves in autumn, and explores it, finding a way to meaningfully apply it to your life. "Clues" is a proverbial poem that explores man’s soul, nature, and the idea of seeking truth. It left me with a smile on my face. "Fortunes" also lends itself to a proverbial style. I enjoy the pictures David paints as he encourages us through this poem, to take one day at a time . . . that life’s riches and fortunes are not necessarily those things that are tangible. Kim Walling Singer, songwriter Nashville www.kimwalling.com hello mr. sweet my name is micheal williams i am from tacoma washington and i just received one of your books and i just wanted to let you know that i believe that you did a wonderful job i love your poems and stories! i really liked welcome to ego world i think you captured a great image of something wonderful!!!! i really like your poem electric parents, it is a sad but true poem and hopefully it will affect people to not grow their children in that kind of world!!! i myself an a young writer i enjoy writing poetry stories and music!!!!!!! i have a couple of my poems published and i hope to one day have a book out! actually i know one day i will have a book out!!!! writing is my life i enjoy it very much!!! Thank you for writing such a wonderful book i enjoy it very much and i love sharing it with my friends! sincerely, micheal williams Very Inspirational!! Calming, Thoughtful, and Easy to Embrace. Tom Nemec, owner Tom's West Side Automotive, Tacoma. WA Dear David -- Opening your book after having not read it for sometime, I was pleased to find its power and wisdom still very captivating. My favorite poems, just to name a few, are "Thought Forms," "Life is on Time," "Dirty Feast," "In the Moment," "Masks," and "Let the Children Be." There is an energy that is present through out the book, however, those poems speak of truth and life. They are about the lessons I strive to learn and keep close at heart daily. It has always seemed important to listen in life for those little "nuggets" of wisdom -- in fact, I often search for them. I am more than impressed to find the source of such nuggets to be within arms distance. Thank you for sharing your heart and mind with us. Sincerely, Krista Hitz Tacoma, WA “Magic happens when the brushwork redefines the function of the canvas beyond mere subject matter. David's written words redefine content beyond mere meaning – to understanding.” Stan Wanlass, Artist and Sculpture Sandy, Utah Stanleywanlass.com “An art gallery of stories painted with words. Enjoy your tour!” Harold James Cleworth, Painter Venice, California Cleworthart.com Sincerely Amazing ! A must have for your inspiration library. I keep David's book right on my kitchen table always. Each time I open it and read from his book, it seems to relate to what ever it is that's parallel to my life at that moment. David truly has a way of capturing words that open the eyesight of the mind, spirit. Eileen Christiansen Hair stylist, Permanent Make-up, Tattoo and Sketch Artist Tacoma, WA Hi David, It's so difficult for me to write a review of a book because I've never done one before. So, here goes. Stones Winds and Life is not your ordinary book. The kaleidoscope known as David Sweet shines brilliantly in this ever diverse gathering of his poems, plays, short stories, and tales. Each new poem or story brings a new pattern of thoughts, words, colors, images, rhythms to transport you to another world. Cowboys, pollen, Kings, trees, horses, a lake, and more are all arranged into new patterns that only David can imagine, bring to life, and share with us. How's that? Love, K Kathy Wilson Anderson Hi David, It was so nice to talk with you yesterday. You have a really wonderful way of approaching things. I do enjoy using Stones Wind and Life as it sits here on my desk. I can use it like an oracle and just open to a page when I am thinking about something. I will be in touch with you on the stickers as well. I truly hope you have a lovely morning. Cheers, Chanda Spalding www.lithtexnw.com 360-676-1977 To those who want to know, I keep David Sweet's book “Stones” handy. When I'm lead to it, I open it at random and take in the story and philosophy. It always helps with what's bothering me or answers questions for me. Lisa Stokke Dec 2019 Oh my gosh, I can’t believe I have forgotten to get in touch with you about the poem for Sierra!!! She was so incredibly appreciative and loved the poem. She even put it up on her wall. I took a picture to show you. Her eyes lit up and she told me it really inspired her and she loved it and looked forward to reading it again and again. I have so many friends fighting for their health and lives right now, I feel overwhelmed and am losing track of things. I’m sorry it took me so long to tell you how much Sierra loved the poem. I hope you have a fabulous day. Thank you again !!!!! So appreciative. Happy Holidays ; ) I always look forward to my visits with David. Always inspiring, warm, and dear to me. What a friend! What will he do next? Love, -:) Tonietta

AVAILABLE NOW! ONLY $9.99 FOR DIGITAL DOWNLOAD The Wild, Wild West, June 2nd, 1899 . . . The Wild Bunch, including Butch Cassidy, robbed a Union Pacific Overland Flyer train near Wilcox, Wyoming on June 2,1899, using dynamite to blow up a safe and steal over $50,000. “The Rawlins Semi-Weekly Republican reported that after placing excessive charge on the safe, they wrecked the car, blowing the roof off and sides out, portions of the car being blown 150 yards.” Granted that there’s never been a proven connection, however, the excessive size of the second dynamite charge, may have ear-marked Dynamite Dan’s involvement or “influence” in one way or another. We’ll leave it to you, the reader . . . David Sweet creates a wonderfully light hearted tale told in such a fun and whimsical way that it's hard not to enjoy! Are You Prepared to Discover . . . Powerful, Amazing, Awe-Inspiring and Heart-Felt Combinations of Adventure, Introspections and Joy? The author, David Sweet, first invites you in to a rough and tumble world of the late 1890s, then on to questions of the heart and metaphors of the soul echoing empowerment, all within your mind’s easy reach. You’ll delight in discovering a soft cadence commanding different thoughts and asking questions of the soul. Each poem offers new horizons to absorb. Imagine commanding a growing inner freedom with an unspoken genius of assistance, gently tugging on your mind to build a greater awareness of self while raising the bar on inner courage. I leave it to you all, and thank you David. Anonymous THE DYNAMITE DAN EVOLUTION DYNAMITE DAN: A WORKBOOK TUTORIAL Once again David Sweet has compiled a collection of poems that guide and uplift your spirit on its path to enlightenment. Dynamite Dan takes you on an adventure and leaves you with the courage to reach out and achieve. Jon Cronk Author Watch David Sweet present Dynamite Dan to his youngest reader: Dynamite Dan, authored by David W. Sweet, is a captivating journey into the rugged terrains of the late 1890s Wild West. Set against the backdrop of June 2, 1899, the narrative draws inspiration from real historical events, such as the infamous robbery by Butch Cassidy's Wild Bunch in Wilcox, Wyoming, where dynamite played a pivotal role. This tale introduces readers to four dynamic characters navigating the untamed West, each bringing a unique perspective to the adventures that unfold. The story masterfully intertwines action-packed sequences with profound introspections, offering readers both thrill and contemplation. Beyond the riveting storyline, Dynamite Dan serves as a metaphorical exploration of empowerment and self-discovery. David Sweet's poetic touch invites readers to reflect on their own journeys, encouraging a deeper connection with the narrative. This blend of historical fiction and introspective poetry and philosophy sets the book apart, making it multifaceted for any reader. The book has garnered attention not only for its content but also for its artistic presentation. Collaborations with artists have enriched the visual appeal of the book, enhancing the reader's immersion into the world of Dynamite Dan. Available now for digital download at an accessible price of $9.99, Dynamite Dan offers readers an opportunity to delve into a world where adventure meets introspection. To embark on this journey, visit the Edge of Courage website and secure your copy today. For a visual glimpse into the essence of Dynamite Dan, watch the author present the book to his youngest reader: Buy Now

Pondering life by David W Sweet at Edge of Courage Perspective By David W Sweet ..... Imagine standing barefoot, the sand between your toes, and the surf slowly changing the sand, and your foothold, as it laps back and forth over your feet. Can you feel yourself minutely adjusting your balance with each pass of the surf? Click here to view more Little Things By David W Sweet So, what are the “little things?” Are they glances? Are they nods? Are they hugs? Are they, “I love you?” Where do they start? Where do they end? What’s in between? .... Click here to view more Random By David W Sweet What if you were a part Of all existence? Imagine that you are. Would you search for more; Following the echo’s reach Until it bounces off time? .... Click here to view more

No Cost By David W Sweet There’s no cost. What clouds your mind: Promises to “share,” Motivations to compare, Words designed to scare? Kindness, generosity, Civility you hail? No real success here— “You’ll fall and fail.” How do you compare? Are the important near? “Individuality is stagnation! Success is accumulation!” .... Click here to view more AHEAD OF THE GAME HOW TO PUT UP A GREAT FIGHT AGAINST A CLUELESS WORLD AND WIN: ENERGIZE YOURSELF NOW AND SAY GOODBYE ONCE AND FOR ALL TO THOSE SELLING THEIR OUTDATED “MOTIVATIONAL” GARBAGE! .... Click here to view more S M E L L S By David W Sweet Our house of cards will not collapse. We have the power of venues to creep into your consciousness. To distort realities is our calling, backed by our many tools for persuasion. We are nothing new. We are part of history, however, now we are the best ever at it, and you are . . . easy prey. Thank you for listening. End of Part One. (9:33 pm) .... Click here to view more How to "Fix" Pschitt.* By David W Sweet Library closed, whole towns closed. No electricity. “We’re sorry they burned.” Landslides, island sinks, volcano explodes—lava covers and burns it all. Recurring nightmares? Unable to find the bottom of your mind? Not thanking anyone or anything for the dream state? .... Click here to view more World Games (2003) By David W Sweet PLAYING FIELDS and STADIUMS Take your pick. How about mine fields? Let's keep score, Is anybody? How many soldiers vs. How many innocents And those who clear the mines? Who's ahead today? Are mines for free? Does the mine industry employ many? Maybe the mine makers also Make artificial limbs. They can't lose. .... Click here to view more Nice Try By David W Sweet You play with your power, your minions, and your false strength. You forget about the Mother Earth. You forget her history. You are seen; she notices. .... Click here to view more

Eddies By David W Sweet .... In between are held The resilience learned, The courage found, The hope summoned, The sound of “I love you,” And the joys owned by those Moments of remembering The strength of the heart. .... Click here to view more Courage By David W Sweet Hold the sunrise as the First of all the goodness To come to you this day. Stand quietly and inhale to your soul. Slowly exhale, feeling the power left behind. Extend your hand And invite a bird to land. It comes from the heavens; Can you listen to it closely? It brings a message of goodness; Can you retain this for the day? Allow this messenger to go, Letting it choose its time to depart. It will sense your openness And your trust. .... Click here to view more Humbleness By David W Sweet Humbleness takes no prisoners, It doesn’t have to; .... Click here to view more