In The Catcher, Thomas offers profound and moving perspectives on the natural world, with thoughtful, layered refl ections on life, love and the fl eeting experience of time.

Sometimes playful, sometimes pensive, with a sense of the deep meaning we fi nd in everyday moments, these poems will transform the way you perceive yourself in the world.

Thomas grew up in western Pennsylvania; he currently lives in Fort Worth, Texas and spends summer and fall months at his home in Northport, Michigan. He and his wife, Kristen, appreciate splitting time between their homes. A retired Chemist and Geologist, Thomas holds a BS in Geology from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. Thomas is an accomplished songwriter who enjoys playing acoustic guitar. When he writes and paints, his themes often revolve around the aesthetic view of nature and the natural world.