Sunday Afternoons

Sunday Afternoons . . . is the third book of love poems by E. Gene Givens. It is an emotional symphony, resonating with the timeless ache, joy, and vulnerability that only love can provoke. In this third volume of his poetic journey, Givens captures the subtle nuances of the heart with masterful honesty and elegance, creating a sanctuary for readers who have ever longed, loved, or lost.

Each poem is a window into the soul of a romantic spirit-searching for an "old school" kind of love, yet wrestling with the scars of modern heartbreak. Givens chronicles the spectrum of love's experience: the eager hope of a first glance, the electric connection of a new romance, the deep sorrow of missed chances, and the silence that follows love left unanswered. His words are both raw and refined, making the emotional terrain of the poems feel intimately familiar.

What makes Sunday Afternoons unforgettable is Givens' gift for turning personal reflections into universal truths. He invites us not only to witness his emotional landscape but to find our own stories between the lines. Whether you are healing, hoping, or simply remembering, these poems speak to that quiet place in all of us where love once lived-or still lingers.

Tender, reflective, and rich with soul, Sunday Afternoons is a heartfelt tribute to the beauty and complexity of romantic love. A must-read for poetry lovers and anyone who knows what it feels like to be undone-and remade-by the power of the heart.