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Recent Reviews for Jerry W. Engler

Just Folks: Earthy Tales of the Prairie Heartland (Book) - 10/29/2008 4:40:07 PM
I truly enjoyed the little excerpts from this book and think that they're well written and capture the scene nicely. You can just sense some kind of hilarious trouble brewing over that lumber. And "bananas don't grow in Kentucky?" has a foreshadowing ring to it as well. Great writing!

Just Folks: Earthy Tales of the Prairie Heartland (Book) - 3/15/2008 4:03:35 AM
Reminiscent of Mark Twain’s marvelous style, the author has included many nostalgic, whimsical, and humorous stories in his first volume of tales from the prairie heartland. These are stories that enchant and delight and captivate; stories that introduce the reader to some very interesting characters, both human and animal, and often have an unexpected ending. And these are stories that take the reader back to a much simpler time in America – a time of small town living, family farms and businesses, country values, and those ‘good old days’ of family, friend, and neighbor that many of us truly miss today in our modern, impersonal, hustle and bustle world. Mr. Engler really knows how to spin a yarn; and if you enjoy good old fashioned storytelling, you’ll surely like this book.

A Heartland Voice: Just Folks Two (Book) - 7/24/2007 9:04:25 PM
Jerry, your writing entertains..it's rich, visual, funny, smart and at the same time brings us a good dose of reality...love the 'real life' feeling to it. Gina

Just Folks: Earthy Tales of the Prairie Heartland (Book) - 6/8/2007 6:26:33 PM
Reading this collection of short stories is like embarking on a wonderful journey, and as with any journey, one never quite knows exactly where the road will lead. Enter the world of Jerry Engler, master storyteller; a world where times are simpler, and people are anything but ordinary. Glimpse into the lives of Jerry Engler's "people" and you will chuckle over Hard-Sell Harry, the con man who gets conned into saving a carful of kittens. You will ponder the wisdom of eighty-year-old Aunt Edna, and laugh out loud at the capers of Ricky and Roland. With his unique blend of charm and humor, and an incredible understanding of human nature, Jerry Engler creates characters who will steal their readers' hearts. And with a keen eye for detail, he manages to make their settings seem like places you have visited and loved. Places you will want to return to again and again. I know I will.

Just Folks: Earthy Tales of the Prairie Heartland (Book) - 5/25/2007 9:40:22 AM
I love the 'visual' writing...one can picture Harlan and his smart wife...and 'hear' them as well. Their conversation in this brief sampling shines with wit and shows the practical way of thinking of the Mid-Westerner. It's funny, too. Much enjoyed this excerpt...thanks for posting and best of success with the book. It promises to be a treat for the TBR pile. Gina

A Heartland Voice: Just Folks Two (Book) - 4/9/2007 7:17:16 AM
Since I really liked your Tillie the Dog Tale posted here on AD, Jerry, I just ordered your book through Amazon.com. Can't wait to read it!

Driven by love to sleep on a bench (Short Story) - 4/21/2009 10:10:44 AM
I knew when I saw this title that there would be some sort of twist to it...hee, hee... You didn't disappoint! Sure do love your stories, Jerry! Cryssa

The Hanging of the Greens (Short Story) - 1/1/2009 6:05:08 PM
Hello Jerry, Happy New Year to you and your family. I've missed reading your works too. The last months have been a bit rough for me and i daresay it was one hell of a bumpy ride. I sort of liked the Greens and esp I.B. for bringing out the truth in details which in turn made the jury come up with a wise verdict. I was glued on my seat inside that courtroom <smiles>. On a lighter note, I always look forward to the hanging of the greens inside my little home for the holidays. This is a good story and I truly enjoyed reading it. More power to you, Jerry. Thank you for your inspiring comments on my works. Be well. Sheri

The Hanging of the Greens (Short Story) - 11/29/2008 3:10:58 PM
Jerry, this is a pre-review. I'm too busy reading out of your first and second books, but will get to this one too. You must be on a book tour, or are you ok? I'm barely there or here, might have to have sinus surgery. I'm doing more positive thinking to get through small-town life. I'm trying to add a poem on my newly programed computer with Windows XP. Happy Thanksgiving weekend. Your friend, Kathy

The Hanging of the Greens (Short Story) - 11/26/2008 11:01:47 AM
Wow. What a story. Hanging of the greens will never seem the same again. Liz

The Hanging of the Greens (Short Story) - 11/14/2008 5:12:25 PM
Jerry, this is a delightful story. Different from your others, a bit darker, but even so, filled with wit and humor. I enjoyed it!

The Hanging of the Greens (Short Story) - 11/14/2008 9:47:05 AM
As a learner, I was awed with how simple episodes were assembled and crafted to create this fine story. The portrayal of the Goodfellow character as a prosecutor and that of the way he instead implicitly argued for the accused is marvelous. Thank you Jerry. Sincerely, Regino

The Hanging of the Greens (Short Story) - 11/13/2008 10:51:48 AM
You have a way of catching the reader and then reeling them in...keeping us caught up in your words until the end. Cryssa :~)

Be thankful for friends in all forms (Short Story) - 11/11/2008 7:44:12 AM
Love this story Jerry. It's so clear in my mind, Mutt leading the way then running back to check on Edna and Smudge. Experienced the scene a few times and feel really good that you put it into a fine story. Thank you so much Jerry. Sincerely, Regino

Charmin' Carmen Finds His Soul (Short Story) - 11/4/2008 11:17:59 AM
Excellent story. Horse trading can be dangerous. Liz

Payback Time' for Mean Dean (Short Story) - 11/2/2008 5:07:52 AM
Felt good reading this Jerry. Hurried through to find out who had that 'gravelly voice'. Never thought it was her till the last few lines. Nice to have a Sharilyn around to remind us to pay back for our misdeeds. Thank you for sharing Jerry. Sincerely, Regino

Payback Time' for Mean Dean (Short Story) - 11/1/2008 4:54:31 PM
Sweet story, Jerry. Yeah for Sharilyn!!! Love and peace, Regis

Charmin' Carmen Finds His Soul (Short Story) - 11/1/2008 4:51:18 PM
In my humble opinion, this is a mighty fine story, Jerry. Thank you very much for sharing it. Love and peace to you, Regis

Charmin' Carmen Finds His Soul (Short Story) - 10/24/2008 2:53:07 PM
Such lively characters with believable quirks and perspectives. Funny how we can assume another might be thinking one way, when he is really harboring thoughts we couldn't have guessed. Interesting how you weave the same tendencies toward justification and rationalization for behavior into Carmen's character that so many weave into their daily lives. But, in the end, goodness prevails - and that's just to my liking.

Charmin' Carmen Finds His Soul (Short Story) - 8/13/2008 7:51:41 PM
Loved the story, Jerry!! I love the way you always seem to intertwine humor into your works...whether they are serious subjects or not. This one left a tear in my eye and a smile on my lips. Cryssa :~)

Anna Marie, You'll Be With Me (Short Story) - 8/8/2008 5:09:50 PM
This is a lovely work. Written in a unique and plain people way...which is folksy, but even more! This type of writing is indeed special. lindalaw

Crank One Long For Central (Short Story) - 7/28/2008 3:54:13 PM
this is funny. Liz

Crank One Long For Central (Short Story) - 7/21/2008 6:54:24 PM
Seems just like listening in on a party line conversation in my wife's mid-Western home town, complete with lots of Bohunks in town and Monkey Wards catalogues. Of course, the surest place to find the Monkey Wards catalogue was in the outhouse, you know. No, of course it ain't for reading. No light out there. What I liked best about "rubbering" in on the phone calls of others on the party line is that the more people that were rubbering, the weaker the sound got. When it got so you could hardly hear at all, someone would tell everyone else to "Get off the line, will ya?" And you'd hear about eight or nine clicks, and then suddenly the line was all clear again. Yeah, that's one reason why there's no secrets in small towns. By the way, Jerry, I've got one of those old wooden crank phones mounted on the wall in the entryway of my California home, now. Catches everyone's eye. Me? I just use the long mouthpiece for a hat rack, myself. Yep, "Crank One Long For Central" sure takes me back. You're the acknowledged master of "Takes ya backs," Jerry. Love it! Richard

Charmin' Carmen Finds His Soul (Short Story) - 7/19/2008 7:16:24 PM
Reading this gave me a religious experience, seeing heaven and earth coming together uniquely on the back of a saddle, an Angel on four legs, and the one on top trying to be one for a change, a beautiful descriptive story with humour and wisdom, there is much to learn from it. EXCELLENT as usual! Blessings Jerry! Jasmin Horst

Crank One Long For Central (Short Story) - 7/18/2008 2:13:33 PM
This is adorable and I must confess that my grandmother always called Montgomery Wards "Monkey Wards" too! I remember those old, giant catalogs - especially Sears. It's been years since I've seen one. You've taken me back beyond the point where my memories begin and it has been grand!

Crank One Long For Central (Short Story) - 7/7/2008 9:21:47 AM
hee, hee, hee.... The knife stories really had me laughing! I must admit that I am that protective with my kitchen knives... But I have to protect them from my husband. Because of his use of my long, thin, deboning knife as a screwdriver and a crowbar I now have a short (as in less than two inches long) and slightly pointed "green pepper" knife. I must admit that it is perfect for cutting the core out of green peppers, and it is unique...I don't know anyone else with a green pepper knife... But a woman can only have so many green pepper knives before she has to take action and protect the rights of her knives! hee, hee... Cryssa

Oswald K. Underfoot finds a firefight treasure (Short Story) - 7/5/2008 5:40:04 PM
Special for Cryssa. There will be another installment of this story, and both stories will be in my new book coming out this fall, Highly Embellished Truth and Some Poetry: Just Folks Three. Thanks to all of you for your great comments.....Jerry

Oswald K. Underfoot finds a firefight treasure (Short Story) - 7/3/2008 8:47:46 PM
Oh, This is good. Cryssa sent me over here, and true to her word, I was not disappointed. You've a marvelous gift for story telling. --Charlie

Eddy Burnt By Harlan Medlam's Lucky Happy Birthday (Short Story) - 6/20/2008 8:49:34 AM
Delightful tale. Harlen didn't get to be 86 for nothing. Enjoyed. Liz

Oswald K. Underfoot finds a firefight treasure (Short Story) - 6/11/2008 10:27:04 PM
Jerry, I just never know when I sit down to read your stories what I am going to get. But I always know I will be entertained. Good job!

Anna Marie, You'll Be With Me (Short Story) - 6/7/2008 5:44:28 PM
When we live with God in our heart, out future is to live in the heart of God, for ever has it been that faith and love allow us to see clearly what we cannot comprehend with eyes alone. Jerry, you write with great insight in a wonderfully folksy and unchallenging way. And, as always, you take me to places never before visited and open my mind to realities that once were but rabid speculations. In the literary world, you are a great talent and a unique treat! With love, admiration and respect, Richard

Desperate Self-Definition Times for America (Article) - 11/19/2009 11:10:14 AM
Jerry I feel, having seen both sides, the trouble in this world begins defining ourself's by the pencil mark of a cartographer of lands, and religions, not human brothers and sisters together on this planet, but it seems divisions are more easily in our mind, then our common true heritage. It would be a dull carpet of all the patterns of differences in shades and colours were erased, we should practice more keeping the fibers intakt and the vibrancy or the total. Have we got the wherewithall to get there some day? I mean we are, apparently, such an intelligent species, but then it might, I suspect, just be a rumour. I too believe in the sacred, the love that Jesus taught, but if I truly practiced it, and lived like him as best I could, would enemies want me destroyed, I doubt it, pretend christianity though, especially aching to a nearby religion, is going back to the beginning, and makes his cruxifiction a farce, this my friend makes enemies of any sort. Most religions have a pretext to bring the universal, or God, into their consciousness, ignorance of, and the unbelieving, Kings, President, Dictators, inluding religious ones, will use this to benefit their gain, no matter what the pain. Look back into our own history, and see what so called good Christians have wrought, for the love of God, I just read the expulsion of the Cherokees by Ed, Davey Crooked must have been a real Christian and politically correct when he resigned, where were all the others? In church on Sunday singing Hallelujah, where were the so called German Christians when the Nazis killed millions? I am proud of America, as a bastion of Civil liberties and goodness, and yes mistakes happen, we don't have to encourage them though do we. I can see your side, I can also see the other, I ask myself which side would Jesus have choosen, or would he? You certainly know how to tell a story, and you know how to dig into ones heart and mind a bit deeper. Love! Jasmin Horst

Desperate Self-Definition Times for America (Article) - 11/19/2009 10:39:13 AM
Jerry, someone sent me a picture today of Obama taking off his shoes to kneel with his Muslim friends to pray to Islam. Further, Obama cancelled the National Day of Prayer service traditionally held at the Whitehouse, and instead, had an Islamic Prayer Day last week at the Whitehouse. As he digresses from recognizing American's cultural heritage, and from the concept of government for and by the people, he tends to be using his position to make way for the growing Muslim population in this country. His actions appear selfish, certainly not patriotic to those whom he is supposed to be serving. It is a terrible insult for him to offer a Muslim Prayer day in the white house--that belongs to the tax payers of this country--especially after the 9/11 crisis. Government is not listening to the people. They are trying to rule the people.

Build a jail, never fail (Article) - 11/10/2009 12:22:43 PM
I see that things where you are are not much different from the way they function here, Jerry. Thanks for the lesson. Love and peace, Regis

King Corn (Article) - 11/6/2009 3:32:55 PM
Though I live in India, which is mostly agrarian, I didn't know a thing about farming till I read this. Thank you. Do visit my blog: www.smitaspoetry.blogspot.com and leave a comment

King Corn (Article) - 11/6/2009 1:11:51 PM
Jerry, I'm so used to reading novels that I immediately start looking for the conflict in the story. This is a news-worthy article that appears to be well researched. We are a nation that depends upon farmers' crops, and if Marion County fails to grow the usual acrage as in the past, seems that might effect our markets and economy? And if the new hybrid corn seed is used (at greater expense) that also will effect the markets and economy? Worse still, will the farmers lose their shirts if this new high risk hybrid corn crop is a failure? I was born and raised on a farm, but after all these years I've forgotten everything I knew about them. <grin>

King Corn (Article) - 11/6/2009 1:00:25 PM
Thank you for sharing this informative article, Jerry. It is a lesson for me. Love and peace, Regis

King Corn (Article) - 11/6/2009 12:57:48 PM
This is a little bit "drier" :~) of an article than I am used to reading from you... hee, hee... but it is easy to see you know what you are talking about and I must admit it made me smile to read it because it took me back to the days of my youth, when we would read my dad's farming/dairy/agriculture magazines...and it made me sad too... because I know that farming is a dying art. Crystal

Build a jail, never fail (Article) - 9/28/2009 10:42:00 AM
I have to agree with your view of property taxes... Our taxes went up almost 300% this year! Yes, you read that right. Yes, we did improve the land by building a home on it, but... 300%??? And if it were only the land being taxed that would be one thing, but they tax the land separately from the home... sigh... Cryssa

Build a jail, never fail (Article) - 9/25/2009 5:00:04 AM
I love you article, Jerry, and it expresses a point clearly: we are all being taxed to death. We have become peasants who no longer own anything because the bulk of our earnings go to taxes, whether it be local, state, or national. If the waste and careless spending was done away with, taxes likely would not have to be raised. Hope you get over your illness.

Outside the box (Article) - 7/26/2009 7:52:42 AM
In reflecting on my proposed comment on "Outside the Box," I feel it would most likely be prudent to get approval from the Chinese, first. But I'm feeling quite daring today. Old enough to remember the 1980s? Hell, I'm old enough to remember Prohibition (even though that's so long ago, many of our readers here won't even know what that was). But in reading about all this mess in the economy, Jerry, my only suggestion is that when it comes to "wind energy," we should focus ourselves on Congress. Certainly, Washington politicians generate enough wind to run the world. I have a few more things to say, but my pencil's getting rather short now, and my bank won't even consider my loan application to replenish my stock. But comes the "Big recovery," and I'll be back! Richard

Depression Can Help (Article) - 7/18/2009 9:30:46 AM
Dear Jerry, Depression can help by contrast. Please put in a prayer for me that my depression will lift after over a year of it. Meanwhile, I have high's which enable me to work on my book when circumstances allow. The book, "Facets of a Sapphire" is together in one document. My eight illustrations and cover are done. All I have to do is the back cover with quotes from you, if that's still all right. THen the submission. I hope you're getting over the loss of your Dad (if one ever does). Your colleague, Kathy Kopp

Depression Can Help (Article) - 6/11/2009 6:21:37 PM
Superb poem. But depression can help. Those sad moments. Truly mentally ill depression never helps. It stops your life on its ass. But the milder form so many have with peaks and valleys is very common and does usually evoke an introspection as you have noted here. After all without the low valleys you wouldn't appreciate the peaks now would you. Very well thought out write. I believe that in the midwest where growth is slower than on the coasts and such don't dip too badly or go great guns either. Thoroughly enjoyed. Liz

Depression Can Help (Article) - 6/11/2009 4:10:01 PM
Love your perspective, your thinking, your writing. Your bright light shines, warms and is unabated by time, distance.

Depression Can Help (Article) - 6/9/2009 11:18:03 AM
Where do I even begin?? First off, your title made me giggle...that usual Engler humor... (bet you didn't know I had branded your unique sense of humor, did ya?) I smiled and even laughed as I read your article. Then...your poem... it stopped the giggles and brought tears to my eyes. It mirrored some of the emotions I was feeling as I wrote the poem that I posted today. Your poem differed in the ray of sunshine that you cast with your closing stanza...and brought a smile to my lips again. Refreshing... like a storm that refreshes the world, so to our trials of life can bring us refreshment as we overcome and delve into that world of self-introspection and arrive at different realizations. Thank you for sharing, Jerry. I hope you never stop! I don't think you realize how much of a support you are to your readers...me especially! :~) Cryssa

Depression Can Help (Article) - 6/9/2009 3:33:58 AM
Some who live in almost perpetual state of economic depression celebrate the rare coming of a hopeful event. Genuine happiness is felt while it lasts. Sincerely, Regino

Writing Living Henry's Dream (Article) - 4/26/2009 5:13:48 PM
This article helped me appreciate the poem more deeply and accurately, according to the poet himself. It affirmed my guesses involved in reading the Henry Ford poem. Like others, I like your line "just the two of me," Jerry. A method of explaining how we write a poem could benefit those non-poets and those readers. I think it's daring and successful.

Writing Living Henry's Dream (Article) - 4/20/2009 2:53:42 PM
Fantastic article, Jerry. Reading the poem, I see my understanding of it was pretty much as you intended. It's great of you to let us inside your head as you have here. I often wish more poets would, because I sometimes feel completely baffled by their meaning. Not that a writer ever has to justify or explain, but I'm so glad you did :) Jean

Writing Living Henry's Dream (Article) - 4/17/2009 6:55:16 PM
I appreciated hearing your thought process on how and why you wrote this poem the way you did... Yes, as Gianetta said, sometimes...maybe even most times, poetry stands by itself, but...there are times that those explanations are rather nice to have. Sometimes I have left particular parts of my poems out when I posted them on AD because I didn't want to have to explain what I meant or feared that it would be taken in a different way than I meant it to be and didn't want to have to deal with that...hee, hee... At any rate, I always find your writing enjoyable...whether or not I completely understand it the way it was intended or not. :~) Cryssa

Writing Living Henry's Dream (Article) - 4/17/2009 4:05:06 PM
Jerry, I don't know you keep refering to ending up a nightmare, but to explore oneself, ones dreams, even if it fails, is living, living succesfully I use it loosely is much overated, for it is how it is measured and by whom and whose standards, to many are afraid to explore their dreams for fear of failure. Not knowing where you are and how you got there, has been the story of my life, and I am glad, for in the end it made it much more interesting.

Writing Living Henry's Dream (Article) - 4/17/2009 2:04:37 PM
Thank you, Jerry. I appreciate this article not merely because it helps one to understand a particular poem, but because it helps one to better know its author. I like knowing a writer's "process." I like knowing from where a poem or story was born. Those who read "Living Henry's Dream" had the benefit of an unbiased, first review prior to the development of this explanatory article. That is, perhaps, as it should be. Poems are good as "stand alone - glean what you will" pieces, but sometimes, it is nice to be privy to their origins.

Poop Fluttering Preferred (Article) - 4/6/2009 4:52:21 PM
i find it interesting that three of the auto-generated ads at the top of the page when i read this were for wind generators. Thanx for pointing me in this direction, Jerry.

Poop Fluttering Preferred (Article) - 4/6/2009 11:12:11 AM
Sorry... I just can't review this... I am laughing too hard... hee, hee, hee... Oh, if only our politicians were as wise as you! And...better yet...if only the citizens of our country could all see through the political rhetoric and run around we are being given... Sigh... I have to laugh, or I will cry. Cryssa

Poop Fluttering Preferred (Article) - 4/3/2009 11:19:32 PM
You All Are Really Living In United States Of Mexifornia, Los Angelese Sleazy Is Capitoli... Since Most Humans Live In Vacuum In Own Little Corner Of There World (Brains) You You're Already Doomed-One These Mornings You'll Wake Up Get Message Find Yourselves In FEMA Concentration Camp(s... I Know You All Think You're Infallible... Credit Illuminating Write... TRASK

Poop Fluttering Preferred (Article) - 4/3/2009 2:16:48 PM
Better yet-lets pay the North Koreans to take the politicians we have now! The Koreans get money they need, we get rid of Pelosi, Reid, Shumer, Clinton, Obama, Dodd, the banking Fairy Barney Frank and the rest of those goons. How sweet it is! Win, Win! It would take Guietner two years to figure out what happened.

Poop Fluttering Preferred (Article) - 4/3/2009 12:43:07 PM
How about we sell the politicians to the Chinese as indebted servants when it comes time to pay all the bills these poop balls are rolling up. Okay, the Chinese aren’t stupid. Say the North Koreans don’t have a lot of money, but I bet they’d take em. It’s worth a shot.

Blue Found (Poetry) - 12/2/2009 7:59:43 AM
I love the questions within the first stanza...it brings heart to the poem that otherwise would only be a superb depiction of a winter storm. I love the words you use to create the imagery within this poem...words like "blue-white," "half-outlined limbs," etc... they provide perfect clarity and bring the picture you paint to life, with the reader trying to flounder through the snow with you. Well done, as always, Jerry... Crystal :~)

Blue Found (Poetry) - 11/27/2009 9:44:00 AM
Outstanding poem,magnificent work.take care

Blue Found (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 3:46:44 PM
Oh man, oh man! THIS is incredible! I loved, loved, loved it, Jerry! The writing is simply exquisite! Too many lines found their way to my spirit to quote favorites here. The ambiance is skillfully crafted. I have been on such excursions - I know the feelings. This may just be my new favorite of yours. It seems you have ascended high up into yourself and we, your readers, are the lucky recipients of all you've brought back with you. I am completely and utterly enthralled. And the title is perfect. Yes, I know I'm rambling.

Blue Found (Poetry) - 11/25/2009 7:53:25 AM
YEs they are angels in one form or another, true to their calling, this write, a beautiful metaphor to life, and the storms of life, very vivid, very descriptive and engaging, you are a most talented writer Jerry. Blessings, and Happy Thanksgiving! Jasmin Horst

Blue Found (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 5:59:27 PM
A most engaging write, Jerry; I was drawn right into the expression of your verses. Thank you. Love and peace to you, Regis

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/18/2009 8:18:40 AM
Wow... Maybe in some eyes this isn't a poetically perfect poem, but to me it flows in perfect ease and packs a punch of thought provoking power. All of this is why I love your poetry. :~) I think my favorite stanzas are the second and third... because they hold such truth and I love the ending of the second stanza, maybe because I think we all need to be reminded of that now and then. This past week has been proof of that to me, but hearing the words always lifts a weight off my shoulders. Happy Thanksgiving, Jerry. :~) Cryssa

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/16/2009 4:36:50 PM
Very thought provoking, Jerry. It's something I sometimes think about, how we are all different, and yet, all the same. Nice.

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/16/2009 3:36:50 AM
An amazing poem.Great work.take care

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/14/2009 4:41:31 AM
An interesting and excellent write. Like you, I have thought of this great uniqueness of mankind and have wondered how could anyone ever NOT believe in a God who has created such.

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 5:19:05 PM
Jerry, You are in touch as much with yourself as with others...without such a level of awareness - elevated consciousness - you wouldn't be able to see the connections; there's a fine mind and a deep soul at work here. This is excellent. John

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 4:21:32 PM
Very thoughtful and thought provoking. Loved it. Liz

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 3:39:20 PM
Jerry - All this with just a glance and a second's connection with another, recognizing his uniqueness as well as your own: perhaps to account for what was done with this gift of single fulfillment, to answer when asked what you did with this life, This poem is your answer. - David

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 2:33:10 PM
Jerry this also is so uniquely you, You are one of a kind1 Blessings! Jasmin Horst

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 2:27:10 PM
Marvelous, Jerry! I particularly like: "or to escape to deceitful sameness,the black oblivion of easy out,the choice to choose to be or to carefully search the tile cracks, not to look around in airport lines." I once wrote that Life is the: spontaneous, deliberate expression of the Source-Essence concurrently manifesting in all beings – all dimensions; eternally evolving and transforming in an absolute exploration of Omni-One. You've very aptly brought this "home" for Thanksgiving by putting us in that place (eg., airport) where the inclination is to delve into anything EXCEPT one another - our iPODs, our newspapers, our laptops, or the tile floors. Would it kill us to look up and into each other's eyes and not only recognize, but honor the Light that runs through each one of us and makes us kindred? I know for sure that I'm thankful for many things and one of those things I'm most grateful for is that I've begun to grow into my awareness in a keen observance of and appreciation for all that surrounds me. Sending blessings, Gina

Biometrics Truth (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 12:59:26 PM
Your point of view hits right on target for me, Jerry. Thank you for sharing this meaningful offering. Love and peace to you, Regis

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/12/2009 9:28:48 PM
lol very good Jerry!

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/10/2009 7:47:14 PM

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/10/2009 12:19:41 PM
Delightful! Thank you for the smiles, Jerry. Love and peace to you, Regis

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/8/2009 8:05:46 AM
wow...lol...neerja

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/7/2009 5:30:17 PM
This is darling and I can almost see a twinkle in your eye from here...

Spring Breath (Poetry) - 11/7/2009 5:27:50 PM
I agree with Richard Orey's remark: "a dazzling marriage of nature and romance", which as you might imagine appeals to me enormously. I love your flow here, Jerry. Your words, images and feelings are very effective in evoking the reader's sensibilities. But mostly, I love this because it is a reflection of your heart and your deep understanding of the spirituality behind life and love.

Long House (Poetry) - 11/7/2009 9:33:46 AM

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/6/2009 4:16:29 PM
CUTE AND DONE NICELY...ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/6/2009 7:01:04 AM
I must say that I am impressed that you were able to rhyme anything with "cliches"!! Your poem made me smile. Hope all is well in your world. Cryssa

Daddy Said (Poetry) - 11/6/2009 6:54:26 AM
Thank God for humour, and yours, which you so readily and whistfully share, it sure brightens an otherwise dour day, thanks Jerry!