A Symphony from the Orchard's Orchestra (Paperback)

Ahrend Walters' fourth book, A Symphony From The Orchards Orchestra, includes more poetry written about his growing call to write for the Lord. He explores his calling from God as well as recollections in poetry about his life and relationships.
A major part of this book is the several quotes that speak to Ahrend about life's meaning and purpose. One such quote on page 86, holds a special, albeit cryptic, meaning to him. "I know the unknown because I know myself. 'Who' is the unknown -- We are." Ahrend has stated that the quote means that we are all one body. "I am all of us and all of you are me. Together we are the unknown. We never know what tomorrow will bring."
Another quote reveals his feeling about possible criticism of his work. "Because this work is being criticized today only proves that geniuses are not perfect. Only our Lord Jesus Christ is." This, of course, is an ongoing theme in Walters' writing. He believes he has been gifted by God with a creative genius, but he recognizes that no talent is perfect, including all so called geniuses. He believes and boldly states that Perfection can only be found and revealed in Jesus Christ. Furthermore, all creative works can only reach their perfection through Christ.
In this book the author accepted that he is a genius, but an imperfect one. This was the first time he really accepted and proclaimed that. He wants to show others that all geniuses are imperfect regardless of how creative. This is part of the reason he lets his grammar mistakes remain in his poems. He purposely chooses not to revise his poems to allow them to reveal the truth and the expression of his creativity at the time of the writing. He strives tocombine brilliance and imperfection to prove what he believes. Through revisions he could make it appear perfect, but he wants people to see, feel and understand the imperfections.
When the author began writing this book he was inspired by an orchard in Fayette, Mississippi. This is where his grandfather and grandmother live. A special poem in the book, An Old Green Box, was a particular inspiration. This box held all his paints (he is also an avid artist and has created numerous paintings). While visiting his grandmother they discussed his writing and painting. She decided to take some pictures featuring Ahrend and his paint box. Afterward at home they couldn't find the box although they looked for it all day. It turned out they had left it in the cemetery. They went back there but still couldn't find it until they visited the caretaker's house. There they found it sitting on an old pew and he considers that a cherished memory.