In this illustrated collection of poetry, Elise shares the journey towards her true self. A journey of dark and light. With contemplations such as: 'Why am I here? Can I be me? Do I love me?' A transformative journey, to experience the heart of who I am, by peeling off the layers of who I am not. Immersed in silence and nature, is where my inner world surfaces, where both dark and light show up. Sparks of inspiration igniting poetry, photography,illustrations. A heart expressing itself freely, abundantly, is how I know I'm on my way home On my way home is Elise Crutzen (Maastricht, '91) her first illustrated collection of poetry. In 192 pages she openheartedly shares her journey towards her true self. A journey of dark and light. With contemplations such as: 'Why am I here? Is this home? Can I let go? Can I be me? Do I love me?' Insights show up in poetry, prose, nature photography, illustrations and self-portraits. Elise wrote On my way home from 2018-2022 at her beloved home in the forest in England. "I wish this book inspires you to make this brave and liberating journey towards your true self. For those already on this journey: I wish you feel supported." - Elise - where am I? - why am I here? - where do I go? - can I let go? - can I be me? - what more do I need? - do I love me?