The Shasta daisy, a commonly grown perennial flower, blooms year after year, symbolizing hope and renewal. Its simple yet delicate appearance embodies a gorgeous duality: the resilience and fragility of life, which reminds us that great beauty often resides in the simplest of moments.

"Shasta" is a collection of poems that remind us of how we can change the world for the better, starting with self-reflection and ending in bold, brave, vulnerable action. Through poetic exploration, these verses encourage us to blossom anew, turn our faces towards the sun, and impact the world around us with strength and hope.