Cara Julie’s writing “tastes” like a freshly brewed lavender tee: warm, unique, tender and grounding. The most customary gestures and movements become so precious in her poetry that one feels the urge to follow her in that. Her meticulous and loving observations reveal the naturalness and quality of her writing. I am reminded of the beauty of mourning, of remembering and nurturing the ancestral bond. It is obvious that she has no other choice but to write. And it is obvious that this fantastic book that is so genuine, yet complex and versatile in its form must be read!
Paloma Nana, musician and independent researcher

 

This book opens the heart into a blossom of quiet.

Matthew Lippman, poet

 

A tender homage to life and the persistence of love beyond death
Helena Gerwin, Co-Founder of feminist book café "Kapitel Drei"

 

"There are ginkgo leaves on the window" is a  'slow pirouette' into those relationships - beyond time and human boundaries - that give us our names. Cara-Julie Kather has the rare ability to capture that moment when grief turns to gratitude, and it's a gift to to the reader.
Dr. Chiara Stefanoni, Feminist Philosopher

 

A deeply personal yet universal work of poetry that captures the feeling of grieving a loved one with an insurmountable beauty.
Nora Wunderwald, author of "On&Off"

 

I cried a lot while reading - out of gratitude for the chance to live and love.

Vitality and love are growing and blooming through every line.

Saskia Kühn, Writing Coach and Poetry Pedagogue