I met Dawn de Ramirez a couple of years ago and she told me she was a bush poet. She was poised & confident, & very well spoken. I thought to myself, she seemed like a very interesting lady and we chatted for a while. Recently I was handed her book of poetry, Kaleidoscope. It is definitely that. Dawn’s poems are heartfelt, some funny, some thought provoking, & all a tapestry of Dawn’s life experiences & musings. I enjoyed reading her words very much, & feel most privileged to have talked with her about some of her very colourful life. I hope I meet her again one day but if not, I’m grateful for the time I did & the poetry she wrote for anyone who cares to read it.