Author R.T. Ervin
R.T. Ervin is a self-taught author that is inspired from his personal life journey. Being raised in the south, with a strict religious background, he found his outlet through the arts. Whether its writing, painting, cooking or design, R.T. Ervin illustrates his emotions and passions through these creative outlets. His blended family of 4 wonderful children and an equally creative and driven spouse also influences his storylines and the need to expel pent-up emotions that can only be fully portrayed through written sentiments.
His first book, Emotions caged by masculinity, gives a journal style glimpse of a boy growing into a man. The first of these writings started at age 19 and continue into his 40's taking an emotional path through what was felt in young love, serious relationships, divorce, remarriage, fatherhood and faith in God. The title describes how sometimes men are not comfortable expressing the inner most thoughts for fear of judgment and appearing weak. Accompanied by illustrations, inspired by the journal style writings, these poetic thoughts hope to help dispel the notion that men are emotionless.
Books
emotions caged by masculinity
From the topics of love to self discovery and even fatherhood, men have long felt that emotions are best left hidden from public view. This book details the uncaging of the emotions through the journey of dating, marriage, manhood and fatherhood, etc. seen through from the viewpoint of a man. Each collection of words details the inner turmoil, happiness and enlightenment felt while experiencing the monumental steps along the path of life.
God made me with a purpose (children’s book)
In this modern day our children should be reminded who they are and who they were created to be. This book, full of colorful illustrations, reaffirms Gods purpose and original plan for our children in a world purposed on changing it. This children's book contains affirmations aimed at solidifying God's purpose and plan for children made in His image.
