HEY, YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS STUFF UP!

Carl B. Downey uses poetry to poke fun and prod at many situations, events and things found in real life. Collected in the book HEY,YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS STUFF UP!, his poems are an explosive mix of humor and poignant truth. The book features the author’s personal opinions, thoughts and views on a hodgepodge of issues such as gardening, motherhood, proper usage of English, family, birthdays and domestic pests. The subjects he uses are familiar, making the reading experience not only enjoyable but relatable at the same time. This is an amusing book that reminds its readers to not sweat the small stuff while delivering punches at all the right places. Thought-provoking, HEY, YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS STUFF UP! gives light to the many things that make life exciting and meaningful. Readers are promised a delightful rollercoaster ride that will let them laugh, reflect and remember to enjoy life.