‘Soft And Gentle 8 —A Remembered Prose’ is a rare, hybrid blend of prose poetry, mini-story, and memorable words of wisdom expressed with heartfelt, captivating imagery and symbolism. It vividly presents representations of emotions that everyone typically experiences at some time in their life. The writings carry such detailed and passionate descriptions that it transports the reader right alongside the author, seeing and feeling just what he is writing about. Most spend their younger years establishing careers and getting a family started. Often, the things that are most precious to us in childhood and early adulthood get put on hold due to time restrictions. As time goes on and life gets even busier, it’s easy to lose track of what is really important. We should always remember to save time for family, dreams, and nature, all of which can significantly contribute to happiness. Author James A. Hunter fills his prose with selective, heavy-hitting sentiments that beautifully depict what many of us feel on any given day. ‘Soft And Gentle 8’ will deeply touch those who can relate to the happiness of love, or the sadness of losing love or loved ones; it will move those who acknowledge the beauty of nature and help them realize that we need to appreciate and love it; it will motivate those who aspire to enhance their life through their own, positive efforts; and it will inspire those who refuse to let life’s setbacks get in the way of pursuing and achieving their dreams. This versatile, heartfelt collection of 200 pieces of concise prose poetry will relax and mellow the heart as it explores life, love, beauty, nature, happiness, hardships, dreams, and nostalgic memories. It is well worth one’s time to take a break from hectic schedules and enjoy these observations, because they uniquely capture the soft and gentle aspects of life.