The language of Therese Chromik's poems is transparent and clear. It does not pose any riddles to the readers and yet is full of poetic beauty. Writing poetry is a craft. The lyricist has mastered it, educated in the long process of writing, trained in the work of poetic traditions. Poetry is a work of the mind. Her poetry is highly reflective. Thoughtful, scrutinised, not a word too much, not a word too little, often pure essence. Poetry is heart work. Poems that are to endure must trigger emotions. Only then do they reach us and stick. Therese Chromik's poems fulfil this requirement. This predominant triad clearly sets her work apart from the everyday hustle and bustle of published utilitarian and consumer poetry.Chromik's poetic cosmos lies open an offer in profusion: feelings, certainties, insights, questions, dares, ascents and descents, truths and possibilities. Readers are invited to discover it. Perhaps they will find poems in it that speak to them, touch them, accompany them - perhaps for a long time.