Mirroring the Moment is a patchwork of prophetic, historical, evocative, and exquisite poetry that reflects thoughts and observations at a specific time.

Mirroring the Moment reflects the essence of a cognitive and empirical voice resounding and responding to the poet’s perception and the perils of the nation at a moment in time. The author weaves words together into a meaningful collection of poems—Architects of Racism and Negrophobia give insight into the notions of white superiority and the origin of racism. Climbing the Rough Side reflects hope and human effort against opposition. A thematic accumulation of values and vision addresses policies, practices, and possibilities of a nation in pain.

Cleaster Whitehurst-Mims is an innovative educator, political activist, founder, and chief executive officer of the Cleaster Mims College Prep and International Boarding Schools, author, and philanthropist, who received the Points of Light Award from the president of the United States—President Bill Clinton. Her publications include The Tenant Farm, a short story—Bridge to Freedom, The Black Mother’s Agony, and her autobiography—One Peanut at A Time.