Recent Reviews for Nordette Adams
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The Goddess and The Skylark, Dancing Through the Word Labyrinth (Book) - 12/24/2006 12:50:45 PM
Congrads on your great move here N, happy holidays my dear poetess
The Goddess and The Skylark, Dancing Through the Word Labyrinth (Book) - 11/4/2006 5:38:26 PM
Congratulations on your new book! Love the cover!!!
Chrissy
The Goddess and The Skylark, Dancing Through the Word Labyrinth (Book) - 11/4/2006 10:51:59 AM
That I was able to participate in such an inspired project with two of the most gifted human beings I have ever known makes me one of the luckiest people on this planet.
Aberjhani
The Goddess and The Skylark, Dancing Through the Word Labyrinth (Book) - 11/3/2006 1:01:33 PM
To a successful marketing venue, Mark, Nordette, and Aberjhani. The Goddess and The Skylark are the voices of our millenium, optimistic about the next thousand years and will have a tremendous impact on emotions emphasized through spoken word poetry, a poetic maze of integrity that draws from human spirit and surfaces in the midst of diversity. I am totally convinced you three are highly likely to lure an award for THE GODDESS AND THE SKYLARK, DANCING THROUGH THE WORD LABYRINTH. May the message boards let you chime in with kudos!!
With kindred spirit and interpretation of the labyrinth,
Love, Sage
The Goddess and The Skylark, Dancing Through the Word Labyrinth (Book) - 11/3/2006 11:21:35 AM
Congratulations! Love and peace,
Regis
300 Plus Words on Aberjhani, Award Winning Writer (Article) - 11/6/2009 10:52:43 AM
Thank you for getting me to know Aberjhani, Nordette. Love and best wishes to you,
Regis
Michael Jackson's Message on a Napkin, Have Mercy (Article) - 6/28/2009 9:57:02 AM
True and sad. Thank you, Nordette. Love and best wishes,
Regis
I See a Child's Blood (The Revelus Family Tragedy) (Article) - 4/1/2009 1:26:50 PM
There are no words that I can come up with to adequately convey my feelings. This horrific tragedy is another example of how this world/life is completely choatic. Thank you, Nordette. Love and peace to you,
Regis
The Eleventh Hour TV Show's Stem Cell Storyline (Article) - 3/15/2009 10:40:44 AM
I'm afraid Nordette, that you've been duped by Obama. 2 days after he basked in the spotlight and announced lifting the ban on funding, he reversed his decision. Check it out.
The Eleventh Hour TV Show's Stem Cell Storyline (Article) - 3/10/2009 10:23:53 PM
John, I appreciate your taking the time to leave your opinion. A careful read of the full article and not just this excerpt covers Stem Cell Research 101 and makes it clear that the type of stem cell research under discussion has nothing to do with aborted fetuses.
The Eleventh Hour TV Show's Stem Cell Storyline (Article) - 3/10/2009 2:14:47 AM
Well written, well said. Unfortunately, the driving force behind the stem cell thing is …. “What a gold mine it will be for the abortion industry…. Just look at all that wonderful raw material going to waste.” Now if they can just figure out how to make food snacks out of aborted babies, we can solve world hunger at the same time. God help us.
A Poem and Essay on Race and Racism: Behind the Color Blind (Article) - 7/25/2008 8:17:05 AM
Looking good, Nordette. It is good to read you again. You broke it down, as always. Great job and thank you for being you!
A Poem and Essay on Race and Racism: Behind the Color Blind (Article) - 2/8/2008 11:33:11 AM
great piece here Nordette, I love all of it. I am a rhyming poet. Rhyme is more fun to me, which is one reason I love to write poetry.
I feel that it is really easier for a poet to express if he doesn't rhyme. Rhyming makes poetry more difficult, I love the difficult part. So goes my game of rhyme. to be honest, I'll write any kind of way. hugs
A Poem and Essay on Race and Racism: Behind the Color Blind (Article) - 11/21/2007 3:36:53 AM
your article is powerful. I have long believed that to rely on what can be recognized as an accident of birth to somehow elevate or lower us as a person is a daft thought. unless we believe somehow, prior to birth, that we choose our parents, our ethnicity, our race, how on earth can we feel smug that we are man/woman, black/white/purple/or plaid, tall/short, or any other physical attribute that is viewed as 'important' or makes us better/less than.
A Poem and Essay on Race and Racism: Behind the Color Blind (Article) - 9/26/2007 12:29:07 PM
I’m over 18 and I got “it” and you can count on the fact that I will see your color and I hope you see mine. Like you, I also, hope one will see the color of my hair, the wrinkles in my skin, the joy in my eyes and the song on my lips and the pain I feel from time to time. Your poem is an EXCELLENT reflection of man’s ability to be a ”donkey.” Too bad that so many people will have to wait until they die find the wealth you speak of. I only hope they do find it. Your poem is an exceptional balance of the physical, the intellect , the spirit and the soul. You are correct - God’s variety should not be question.
May God Bless You Exceedingly (a sonnet for the sweet and humble) (Article) - 8/17/2007 12:34:22 PM
Thank You for helping keep the dream alive.Jen
In Honor of Our Mothers (Article) - 5/11/2007 5:37:52 AM
Beautiful tribute, Nordette; happy Mother's Day to you and all the moms here at the Den; God bless our mothers! (Wish I still had mine; I miss her still so much all these years later!)
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <
A Poem and Essay on Race and Racism: Behind the Color Blind (Article) - 4/29/2007 2:42:30 AM
Thoughtful and so true. You must have heard the famous line, 'You know what...you're not like "the others". You're different.'
And I always wondered what it means to be 'not like the others'. In what respect? would be an appropriate question. Aren't the others just like me, black and loving just being what they are?
Well, Nordette, glad I stopped bye today, thank you for sharing both article and poem are a delight to read.
"O mankind! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that ye may know each other (not that ye may despise (each other). Verily the most honoured of you in the sight of Allah is (he who is) the most righteous of you. and Allah has full knowledge and is well acquainted (with all things).
(Quran: Chapter #49, Verse #13)
Safi
A Poem and Essay on Race and Racism: Behind the Color Blind (Article) - 3/17/2007 8:39:46 AM
This (both the essay and the poem) handle a difficult subject as well as I've ever seen. I've read a lot of clumsy comments on racism, and they tend to leave me cold.
The last lines of the poem touched my heart too.
"But to claim you see no color,
and smile like all is fine
is to say you don't see wholely
and if so, we see you're blind."
I am profoundly deaf, which is likely one reason why I've learned and prefer to express myself through my writing. In many respects, those of us with disabilities face the same life challenges as those of ethnicity. In our case, instead of "colour first", people tend to see first one thing that we CANNOT do rather than the myriad things we CAN do.
My audiologist has a wonderful poster in his office. It displays pictures of persons with various disabilities, and the caption reads "My biggest handicap is YOUR attitude."
Congrats on a great piece of work, Nordette.
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 1/3/2007 9:27:47 PM
to my way of thinking, old-fashioned must always refer to something that was 'passing' or temporal but not something that was permanent such as truth, honesty, integrity...how can true virtues become old-fashioned? so, i agree...if it worked then, it can work now...how many parents do we have nowadays who possess integrity? good job here
Exceptional Journalist Ed Bradley: Farewell Sweet Knight (Article) - 1/2/2007 4:57:38 PM
lovely tribute, he was a man to be admired, i miss him and his calm presentation
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 12/31/2006 9:34:09 AM
George Washington Carver always fascinated me for some reason. I think Gerald Ford had a common touch, sort of an average Joe appeal. My memory from a lifetime of substance abuse is pretty dim but I do recall being impressed with the many inventions that are credited to George Washington Carver and I am almost positive that he refused to own patterns and reap profits from his work. I'd go on a rant here about the U.S. government and ownership of patterns but tis not a subject for open postings.
Bill
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 12/30/2006 9:20:41 PM
"If", is something I needed to read. Your article is compelling and enlightening. It brings to light not only something many wouldn't know, but an aspect of a man's life I certainly didn't know. This is very well written, but from you, that's no surprise. The true value is in what it communicates. Thank you, Nordette.
Carmen
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 12/30/2006 3:10:02 PM
This is priceless, My Friend! Thanks for sharing.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
RM Green
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 12/30/2006 2:53:06 PM
Yes--certainly something to strive for and keep in front of us. If wesucced a few times in our lives, we're doing good. Both Betty and Gerald Ford are good examples of people who tried, and eventually hit the mark. Thanks for printing this, and happy New Year, Nordette.
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 12/30/2006 12:20:28 PM
Thanks for sharing Nordette, a great read, you bring it home as usual.
Happy New Year my sista
A Parenting Tip Gleaned from the Life of the Late Gerald Ford (Article) - 12/30/2006 9:47:35 AM
Thanks for sharing Nordette!!
Happy New Year sis!!
love Tinka
Studio 60's Christmas Tribute to New Orleans (Download) (Article) - 12/12/2006 7:16:50 PM
great tune and player! thanks for a surprise!!!
Studio 60's Christmas Tribute to New Orleans (Download) (Article) - 12/11/2006 7:28:11 PM
wonderful sharing
Studio 60's Christmas Tribute to New Orleans (Download) (Article) - 12/11/2006 6:09:19 PM
This is fantastic!
Chrissy
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/29/2009 4:54:42 AM
Well done my friend, beautiful poetry indeed. I always enjoy reading your work...Hope all is well!
Blessings from Ky.
Joyce B.
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/28/2009 3:32:23 AM
well said
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 9:36:17 PM
Nordette,
Such C O L O R, such beauty in these lines - GORGEOUS. My new favorite of yours!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Happy Thanksgiving. I'm thankful for YOU! =]
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 5:31:51 PM
Excellent write, Nordette; may you have a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 2:08:10 PM
If Miles can't inspire the Muse and her consort nothing can / A lot you gave to be thankful for, Nordette / Hallelujah . . . jpb
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 2:05:35 PM
Skillful!
It's always a blessing when two connect.
Kinda the other side of the "Cleaving" coin.
No one writes like you Nordette.
Always a pleasure!
Happy Holidays ...
r
A Long Week of Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 1:13:11 PM
Our legs wrap around guilty pleasure,
sighs of sparrows greeting day.
We are golden.
Thoroughly lovely and enchanting, Nordette. I am left with the feeling that I get when I listen to "Woodstock" by Mattews Southern Comfort (the very best version of that song in my humble opinion). Thank you. Happy Thanksgiving to you with love and best wishes,
Regis
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/16/2009 3:19:20 AM
A well written poem.Excellent work.take care
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/15/2009 4:33:55 PM
Such tender remorse,yet the resentment hides in the shadows,of what is said,and the pain still throbs! Superb poem, Nordette!
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 6:21:47 PM
Thank you, Karla. That's a good observation except that he wouldn't place his hand against her thigh. He's the one pulling away, not her. He's stingy, no longer giving in the relationship, and and not touching her. As you can see, I've worked out a longer narrative for these crazy lovers in my head.  Took a break from working on my novel to write a little poem.
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 5:35:26 PM
Yet I still reach for
your hand, cooling,
limp against your thigh ...
Oh, Nordette. This is powerfully penned but the above lines left me totally undone - think it might be more effective if 'my' replaced 'your' - JMO, for what it's worth - beautifully poignant and very well written.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 5:08:33 PM
"preserve the sweet
taste, the hearty bread
chocked with raisins
of our wrinkling hearts"
luv that image, Nordette. ..
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 2:13:26 PM
Your words bring up feelings to haunt me as I call it a day, and images that will linger in my mind as I take a different journey home.
Never the same.
John
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 1:00:01 PM
"in this twilight that paints us
silver as a frozen lake."
Different take that the rest. I felt the distancing of a once vibrant love. A weakening of the bonds which had served you both well. A last gasp to return across somewhat burnt bridges . . .
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 12:46:50 PM
when I say what I need
in this twilight that paints us
silver as a frozen lake.
So many lovely images and feelings/emotions and sentiments in this sweet poem, Nordette; so much that I can relate to. Thank you. Love and best wishes to you,
Regis
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 11:23:49 AM
Sad!
The imagery
reinforces the gist
effectively. The notion
that it is better to give than to receive
seems lost these days - contrived selflessness
with a backpack of escape options.
"Nourish us" indeed!
r
Cleaving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 10:52:09 AM
Excellent write, Nordette. Crisp. Clear. Succinct. Perfection! BRAVA!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/12/2009 8:28:47 AM
Love overcomes the obstacles. Beautiful pen Nordette.
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/12/2009 2:54:42 AM
A well written piece,I enjoy reading it,take care
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/11/2009 7:56:12 AM
I thought I had found my soulmate only to have her threaten and physically abuse me...Been there done that and it wasn't what I needed nor was I goingto put up with it. Then she tells me she found someone else in her life and she doesn't need me at all. Soulmate to me means two souls bonded together for all eternity but there are some who think it means "you're bonded to me, but I can do whatever". Oh well maybe somewhere, somehow I will actually find someone worthy of the title. Maybe.
This is very well written Nordette and is from the heart. Thank you for sharing.
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie.
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/10/2009 3:35:53 PM
... I find all this soulmate stuff fascinating. Even if intellectually one or other can't find the words to express this "something", surely both should feel their version of it (whatever it is!) if the two are kinda twain, or meant to be? So, if it don't come together, presumably there's no need to harbour regret simply because, as you surmise, they're not the match? Just askin, cos we poets speak a lot about it and I for one have no answers here. But I am very moved by Jerry's response. Do we have to fight for EVERYTHING that's beautiful, noble and pure?! Even a love that's just "meant to be"? Sorry to babble... Slick poem, Nordette. Think my name should rhyme with pine! :)) xx
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/9/2009 10:25:20 PM
Very nicely written, I can feel the pain of losing a love.
Much peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/9/2009 7:16:28 PM
POWERFULLY penned, Nordette - well done. Much to ponder in these lines (and song) -
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla-ette. :)
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/9/2009 6:30:10 PM
Much food for thought in this.
Very well written poetry.
Good to see you.
John
Your Name Should Rhyme With Mine (Poetry) - 11/9/2009 4:54:28 PM
LOL. Thank you, Regis, and you too, Karen.
Jerry, are you "Swamp Sass" who left the comment on my profile of Aberjhani at Examiner? Just curious, and I appreciate your comment on today's poem. :-) Love teaches us all lessons.
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