NEW BOOK OF POEMS – “RISE” by Dr. Rashika Perera Gomez Recommending a new publication of Poems. The poems (88 in all) have been written by Dr. Rashika Perera Gomez, the daughter of Maheshini and Rajitha Perera. Rashika conceived and wrote these poems during a difficult period in her life. ‘Rise’ promises to deliver plenty of stimulating, inspirational and thought-provoking reading. Each copy costs $25.00 including postage, and could be ordered from Rajitha Perera < rajithap@optusnet.com.au >. Please contact Rajitha, who will forward the banking details.  Rashika is a clinical Psychologist. In 2019 she wrote a book- “Rise”.  It has 88 poems.  She calls herself a closet poet!  The poems are a heartfelt rendition of overcoming the struggles of life. A few excerpts: Life’s precious gems often come to us in our darkest, hardest and most crushing hours.  There are many thieves who steal our peace of mind, p. vii Love is hard work, ...

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