Shipmates in Sunshine: The Romance of a Caribbean Cruise (1903)

In her first poetry collection, Kaitlyn M. Ulmer delves into the recesses of the mind through newly formed pen-marked thoughts she calls inklings. With seven divisions, she guides the reader smoothly from one topic to another. Odds & Ends showcases everyday occurrences and oddities. Rants bombards the reader with deeply instilled anger. One-eyed Window focuses inward at the self. Somewhat Sappy But True unleashes a stream of gushy but realistic love poetry. View of the World looks out to comment on political, religious and social issues. A Darker Shade descends into the realm of sorrow and doubt. Finally, Poet’s Pen sums up the collection with a conglomeration of seemingly random poetry that just couldn’t fit anywhere else.