Yet, in contrast to these dark memories, Hildegard’s patriotic stanzas praising her adopted country, America, are all the more poignant. Her love for the nation that welcomed her is expressed with a sincerity that can only come from someone who has truly understood the value of freedom and peace.

The simplicity of Hildegard’s work, free of artifice, offers a much-needed respite from the demands of our hectic world. Her poetry provides an opportunity to savor, reflect, shed a tear, and most importantly, to smile. As Rebecca Egly describes it, “Simply said, a treasure.” Dr. Kenneth Maier adds, “Simply beautiful and beautifully simple.” Helga Kielnecker echoes these sentiments, noting that Hildegard’s words “come from the depth of her innermost being and will touch every heart and soul.”

This collection is more than just poetry-it is a heartfelt journey through the landscapes of emotion, memory, and devotion, offering readers a chance to connect with the very essence of life’s most profound experiences.