Critical Commentary
“Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer’s lyrical poetry is written with such precision and economy of language that readers will want to slowly absorb her every image and metaphor. Trommer writes of ‘symphonies of snowstorms,’ the ‘soprano of starlight,’ and the entire score of nature’s sounds that are secret unless listened to deliberately ‘day after day.’ ” –Rocky Mountain News
“Trommer’s poems amuse, others cause introspection. They include nuance and life lessons
from weeds and snow, rocks and frogs. Trommer is witty and enjoyable to read.”
— Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
“[If You Listen] is a small book with a big message, a book to keep by the reading chair so it can be picked up often. A great gift book or quiet meditation book to keep all for yourself.” – Bloomsbury Review
“Charming sorcery. … Trommer possesses a nicely tuned sense of human emotions and their echoes in the natural world. When so many writers have turned a cynical eye toward love and passion, she celebrates our deep need for these powerful energies. One of the strongest poetry performers west of the Pecos.” – Telluride Magazine
“The room was spellbound. It was a pleasure to see the faces of the audience as Rosemerry’s words provided the space for them to reflect. Many told me afterwards that the session sparked their creative imaginations as to possibilities for their own lives. Any group that’s committed to self-discovery and basking in the wonder of the world should bring Rosemerry into their midst. ”
—Stephanie Nestlerode, President, DTC Business & Professional Women
“I have really improved my poetry skills and felt safe and honored so it was easy to open up. I definitely got my money’s worth. ”
—Lauren Kane, writer, Telluride, Colorado
“I wanted to let you know how much I LOVED your workshop. It was easily the best of the weekend for me personally because it allowed me some personal growth that I plan to build on. That is what I was hoping for and that it what actually happened.”
— Karen Sucharski, Colorado Springs