Transitions in life are what make each person an individual, shaping one's perception of the world, and one's place in it. Counting My Blessings is about the passage of life, and understanding both the beauty and evil within our experiences. It deals with the complications and uncertainties people face when coming to a new stage in their lives. A work of art resides in this book relating to every person who picks it up, Phoenix's poetry illustrating the depth possible to unearth in humanity. His work shows the reader the importance of accepting oneself for who one really is, without the delusions of the expectations people have for themselves. This realization of each person's unique personality is what results from healthy periods of personal growth. The jewels of insight that Phoenix shares with the reader are exactly the kind of wisdom that reminds people of the endless possibilities of tomorrow.