Gail Tierney's "Not if, when" is a powerful and deeply personal memoir that delves into the complexities of living with Lyme disease. Through a series of poignant poems, Tierney shares the journey with this debilitating illness, offering a honest portrayal of the physical, emotional and psychological toll it takes.
If you or someone you know has been affected by Lyme disease or if you simply appreciate the power of poetry to convey complex emotions, this is a must read.

Gaily Tierney's Not If, When is a really lovely collection of poetry as a daily journal of a life with chronic Lyme disease.

I felt like even if you don’t have this particular disease you could still connect with it on some level which I loved. You get an understanding of what they go through and can connect on a different level.

This piece feels intimate as if someone is giving me a warm hug while patting my head. It does feel like a bunch of love letters from a stranger for us — not only for people who is fighting from Lyme Disease. This verse collection does not only relatable to them, but people who struggles from any 'disease', be it something inner (spiritual, mental) or outer (physical).

The author describes her daily interaction with life and people in general, her constant conflict with herself (for not being able to do things she used to), and how she comes to term with it. Not to mention, the author is pretty hilarious :)

I have many favourite in this one — like 'Chekhovian Delight', 'Jetlag' and 'Honey Badgers Dont Give A Shit'. It makes me read more about Lyme Disease that I used to be ignorant from too.