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Recent Reviews for Deborah Russell
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Legend" of The White Deer (Short Story) - 1/11/2009 5:27:07 PM
Thank You Deborah for your telling of the white deer encounter you and your husband had. I was looking for this information because I have seen an animal such as this.
It was on the edge of a pine forest and was very large, with two dag-like horns standing about a foot to 16 inches high. And it looked at me directly, seemingly unafraid. As I looked at it, amazed the whole time, it gradually turned and went into the pines. I have never seen anything like it and wondered about it. I often see more than most people because I am more receptive and observant when out in the woods. But this was special, and I knew it. And I have been wondering at the significance of this event. Some of which I understand, but am as yet still curious. It was a little over two years ago.
While this could have been an albino deer, it doesn't really matter. It was so large as to be unusual, as was it's presence. It was grand, mythical. These are two words I would use to describe it. And yet when I read your acount, I could see similarities.
I have always loved and valued animals, but it is almost so difficult to do in our culture nowadays. And yet, I gained from reading your message based on your intuition of what the experience was saying to you.
Pops” by Juan Carlos Emile Jose Carlos (Short Story) - 5/7/2008 7:40:53 AM
Loved it. The box! The box!
The Not So Great Escape (Short Story) - 10/29/2006 2:47:19 AM
I think most kids have an adventurous tale to share from their childhood. Thanks for sharing one of yours.
Tami
When Summer Comes (Haibun) (Short Story) - 5/8/2006 8:27:52 AM
I love the descriptive writing and hearkening to one's roots. Very nice.
Legend" of The White Deer (Short Story) - 12/20/2005 7:57:13 AM
Thank you for this piece, Deborah. Your clean writing style intensifies the illuminating qualities of this story. You've imparted spiritual, sociological, and historical knowledge. And as always, I enjoy seeing your artwork. :-)
Journey to the Far Mall (repost) (Short Story) - 11/16/2005 6:42:53 AM
I loved your haiku moments! Delightful write, Deborah!! Lol!
God bless,
Sandie.
Barricades - Along the Red Road (Short Story) - 9/10/2005 7:06:31 AM
Good read & so true
Winding Through the Junipers (Short Story) - 6/25/2005 1:40:16 AM
Hi Deborah,
this is a wonderful description of an interesting psychological development. I love those socks, and the way you described your new home somewhere else. Take care, Anny
They Call Us Many Things... (Short Story) - 3/13/2005 3:38:30 PM
This is a great article... I really enjoyed the name "First Nation." That says it all right there... I believe the government tries more and more to make the American Indian disappear... The name "Native Americans" to me, doesn't just pay homage to the Indian, but all people who were born here... From now on, I will say "First Nation." And what a proud history with the Iroquois. It was their nation, which the present day government copied...I really enjoyed this... thank you
Have You Thought About Leonard Peltier Lately? (Article) - 12/5/2006 1:30:05 PM
Not only of Leonard have my thoughts been taken too...but to the many injustices suffered such a spiritual group of humans that ever walked this land. This article is worthy of inter-national attention and some serious soul searching by all of us. We must also remember that the idea of such an in-humane system (prison itself) was instituted by the white race because of the lack of true spirituality and what justice really should be and means. The prison system is in itself a dark blemish on society.
Yet at this time the opportunity exists for the Native Americans to reach out across the world and build a new nation just as Black Elk had seen in his vision and once again restore the flowering tree.
The Hopi indians have always known that many indian spirits are now in bodies of different races and in many different locations in the world ( Hopi's pahana as a direct reference--and yes pahana has visited the Hopi not but several years back-believe it or not). All that needs to be done now is to reach out with a calling which can be easily developed and unite to build this great nation once again. Nothing is impossible.
Enough said...to the author of this great article...my heartfelt thanks and to Leonard....I truly believe that the Great Spirit has called you to suffer this great injustice on behalf of all your people everywhere and that He will make you free and you will be glad of it. Peace Brother! So It Is. (Robert Taylor)
No Wind, the Art of Painting (Article) - 10/29/2006 4:00:36 AM
This is quite interesting and is a thought provoking article. Thank you.
Tami
Poudre River Arts Center Drawing in Artists, Public (Article) - 10/8/2006 5:47:56 PM
Sounds exciting. Appreciation of the arts is so important, and funding is hard to find with the economy so strapped. Glad this got off the ground.
Good article.
Elizabeth
No Wind, the Art of Painting (Article) - 10/3/2006 12:40:52 PM
"No Wind, the Art of Painting"
A thoroughly enjoyable, and informative read.
Helpful information to continue the expansion of
the average persons brain housing group.
Thank you Deborah,
Gwendolyn
Thousand Dollar Poetry (Article) - 7/11/2006 8:01:22 AM
You are so right. And book contests are going the same way. I personally don't enter any unless there is a book deal included, and even then you have to watch your step. I read recently here about an AuthorHouse author bragging about placement.
AuthorHouse (formerly 1st Books)is one of the worst of vanity publishers. AuthorHouse lost a libel suit in court. It seems that the courts and jury decided that a publisher couldn't disavow itself of what it published. In other words, AuthorHouse should have vetted what it accepted before publishing. Now they owe several hundred thousand dollars and may have to pay even more in punitive damages.
Good article...
Have You Thought About Leonard Peltier Lately? (Article) - 12/5/2005 2:17:51 PM
I have thought about Leonard Peltier lately. Two of my friends remind me each day in their email signature lines. I sign petitions, do what's asked, but admit I haven't done a lot on my own, although my heart is with him. Thanks for the reminder.
A Letter from Lavender Aurora (Article) - 11/30/2005 5:28:31 AM
Rhyming words a poem does not make. Feelings, thoughts, expression and enlightenment all work really well in poetry. None of which I'm sure Lavender Aurora knows much about. Thanks for the heads up!
Debbie
Publish America? I Think Not... (Article) - 2/22/2005 5:08:38 PM
Well, this isn't surprising. Might I add that Authorsden is just as big an offender? Ergo "Reader" next to my name.
A Nation Lost (Article) - 12/20/2004 12:31:50 PM
Indeed,
All nations are ignorant as are all men, Education is the proccess in which we teach men and women that they know very little. Revolution is the only process to educate a nation that they know very little.
I think that revolution is not necessary nor is fear unhealthy.
The largest problem with primary education is the concept that there is only one way, one plan, one method to teach. That is truly ignorant.
Balancing respect for authority with respect for individuality is a lesson we as a nation must learn before we can expect to teach it to our kids.
If drugs are truly aid in learning, why aren't we all taking them?
I enjoyed reading this, I hope you have a very happy holiday season.
Mark
Your Round Face (Poetry) - 1/4/2008 7:48:07 PM
Well done enjoyed this my friend, if we are willing to see, touch, taste, smell, and hear what wonders are at our fingertips...it's amazing....
Blessings,
Joyce B.
Connections (Poetry) - 10/21/2007 6:05:23 PM
An interesting view of reflections...
nice thoughts...
Art Sun...
The Moon Is a Jade (Poetry) - 10/10/2007 11:40:38 AM
I was rambling about a bit today and ran across this piece. It is outstanding. The entire feel of this work is soft, both in its composition and imagery. Yet for all that softness, there is an edginess, a sharpness rather like walking through soft grass barefooted and suddenly stepping on a stone. It's that small point of sadness that adds a depth to this fine work.
Connections (Poetry) - 10/8/2007 3:52:21 AM
A scenic write with wonderful imagery. Enjoyed!
Blessings,
Joyce B.
Connections (Poetry) - 10/4/2007 8:15:58 PM
Deborah this is such a delightful read and moves throughout like waves....
Be safe,
Karen
Connections (Poetry) - 10/4/2007 9:40:06 AM
This poem lingers on you like a remembered dream.
Connections (Poetry) - 10/3/2007 9:52:29 PM
as always, enjoy your ability to connect imagery with motif ...
Recital (Poetry) - 9/10/2007 5:40:20 PM
Welcome back Deborah. And what a thought-provoking and beautifully imaged poem this is too. I hope all is well. 'Recital' sings clearly in the heart.
Blessings ...
Richard
The Moon Is a Jade (Poetry) - 5/12/2007 9:32:05 PM
Wonderful expression! Deborah, you always express so well in your poetry! I enjoyed this!
Sandie Angel :o)
The Moon Is a Jade (Poetry) - 4/8/2007 9:50:24 AM
Wonderful poem; evocative, warm and sensual.
The Moon Is a Jade (Poetry) - 2/11/2007 1:56:18 PM
The feel of Japanese prayer.
The Moon Is a Jade (Poetry) - 2/9/2007 9:49:35 PM
lovely write, deborah.
peace,
carolyn
The Moon Is a Jade (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 5:31:19 PM
Beautiful write, soft and sensual...enjoyed!
Blessings,
Joyce B.
Sculpted (Poetry) - 1/27/2007 4:14:18 PM
Beautiful my friend...beautiful poetic description...you've penned just one of the joys of love very well, nicely done!
Blessings,
Joyce Bowling
Sculpted (Poetry) - 1/27/2007 11:09:49 AM
This is a great use of emotion and description. You bring all of our sense's into this energy of love :-)
Sculpted (Poetry) - 1/27/2007 9:36:28 AM
Poetic splendor.
Lisa
One Meadow (Poetry) - 1/25/2007 3:55:30 AM
stunning, peaceful
and the picture is awesome
a great walking through life piece
One Meadow (Poetry) - 1/24/2007 7:46:11 AM
Oh, this is a stunning write my dear friend, simply beautiful...your poem divulges a beauty that unfolds within each line...enjoyed this very much!
Blessings,
Joyce Bowling
One Meadow (Poetry) - 1/23/2007 11:23:23 PM
Very, very ,very, very ,beautiful poetry!
One Meadow (Poetry) - 1/23/2007 8:22:21 PM
Deborah,
I love the density and layers in this poem. Wonderful mix of imagery and inspirational phrasing. I savor this as one of your best in my humble opinion. Artwork is stunning to match.
Linda Luna*
One Meadow (Poetry) - 1/23/2007 7:15:14 PM
A picture paints a thousand words and so does this view of Nature in comparison with your thoughts on frailty and strength ...
nice work on this piece.....Art Sun...
Switch (Poetry) - 1/20/2007 7:54:34 PM
interesting piece...
What If I Did? (Poetry) - 1/18/2007 4:48:27 PM
Glad this got out!
WArmly, WArrior Sheee
Eyes (Poetry) - 1/18/2007 4:43:47 PM
This is Beautiful!
Glad to start reading your writes Deborah!
You capture alot in your imagery!
Thank you for sharing your heart!
Best Wishes and Happy Blessings!
WArmly, Warrior Sheeeooxx
Your Long Eyes (Poetry) - 1/18/2007 4:41:12 PM
Ahhh.. I feel your Spirit and it's very WARM here!
Awesome and DEEP!
I Love your imagery!
Indian spirit I do believe!
Messages everywhere!
WArmest Blessings and HuGs,WArrior Sheeeooxx
If you have time, Stop by my corner of the den if you can~ Silly, spiritual, loving, etc. writes.
I started to track you my dear, YOur heart is TRUE! Happy NEW YEAr to YOU and YOurs~
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