On My Own Dictates (poem) by Peter Paton on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on July 17, 2006

A delightful and sensory read dear Sir Peter!

The quote from Emerson is certainly one that I have integrated into my own life, creative or otherwise. A wise man!

It is ironic to me personally, that the final revelation you had out in nature was provoked, in part, by the owl.

Michele and I find many similar experiences that validate conversations we have, or prayers we offer. A Hawk or Falcon, or if we're very very lucky, an Eagle, flying in close proximity to where we are, often gives us a roadsign or confirmation.

I personally believe that these experiences are similar to candy from the Creator and also an affirmation that He hears all, stentorian or inaudible and loves us dearly!

Many blessings to you and yours,

Richard

Reviewed by bluecornflower orangetiger

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

like it,like it,like it! Mary

Reviewed by Susan de Vegter

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

This is a beautiful testimony to the era of free love and peace. It all seemed as though we were making headway but look at us now...mere mortals warching peace fry in the middle east.
Susan

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

excellent poetry, Peter ... i guess, who we are will depend on where and when we will arrive there ...

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

Felt like I was there. Yuch A! - Just had to say that. I arrived about the summer of love, and everyone frowned on my calling it anything but "The City" or "San Francisco" (Girls with their San Francisco ways... ... those were the days, my friend, the days!).

Peter as an adult is mucho better.

Nothing like the desert to make us clean. Steve Jobs is a visionary who brought computing to the masses who still can't compute. I can't wait for the visionary who will make wheelchairs fly. I hope the old desert is still there when I fly over for a closer look.

Ron

Reviewed by Miss Pandora (Reader)

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

Dear Peter,
Paolo Coelho writes: "The Warrior of Light has learned that it is best to follow the light...and he "has proved able to observe and to learn." You are a great warrior Peter. This is just beautiful. Love Panda :)

Reviewed by Ch'erie de Perrot

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

Awww heck yeah, we have to be going somewhere, even if it is to the froggy pond lol.
Always had taddies as a kid, loved watching them grow into froggies.

Excellent write Pete.
Ch'erie aka Cherry delice Pie, I know, blame Fee he started it :):)

Reviewed by Chrissy McVay

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

Sounds like a hike down a path that has so much to offer!

Reviewed by Birgit and Roger Pratcher

Reviewed on July 16, 2006

Most wonderful done, Peter! Not who we are, but where we go, loved it!
B&R

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

and may those hypnotic ideals some day be realized...
keep on trucking, peter!
peace,
carolyn

Reviewed by Taylor Ryan

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

I've never been to the dessert Peter, except through study and the vision of your words. It's interesting that of all places in creation that the dessert would be your favorite and that you would seek peace and renewal in a place only certain vegetation and life can survive. Perhaps it is that theme of survival in nature in memories via the communal remenants of your youth...and even the western scene that awakened you ..led your eyes upward to the flight path of that owl...
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." Lao Tzu
Embrace the destination.
Love,
Taylor

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

Not only is this great..But monday before last I was watching the wildlife on our lake..Kids came along with a big glass jar and somehow
knew exactly where the tadpoles were... But I had too laugh, they didn't realse that they evolved into frogs...The boy laughed the girl screamed...I panicked...This day n age near the lake with a kid screaming....

Such innocence...

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

This old hippie wishes he could have his long hair back and just a taste again of what seemed to be the beginning of a new world at times and perhaps it was, a lot of good and advances were created in those years.

Fee

Reviewed by m j hollingshead

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

always enjoy your work

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

Wow....awesome message in this one...great offering Peter!!

Life without living a lie....no joking here!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

Amen! Another rousing write from You Peter! You stir my juices and make me glad to be alive and know I'm going, in the same direction you are;-)! Hallelujah!!!

Reviewed by Susan Sonnen

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

an excellent work, Peter! and you really do like it hot, don't you?!

Susan

Reviewed by Rhonda Galizia

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

STUNNING, aggressive write, Peter! And you got the direction you are headed in, all right, too!

Country Roads...take me Home!!!

Par Excellence! As Karla so aptly stated, 'Refreshment, your name is Peter Paton!'

Have a stellar weekend! Love&hugs&prayers, Rhonda

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

Peter,

Just the poem to read on this massively hot day in Texas. Refreshment, your name is Peter Paton! Excellent, serene, beautiful write; thank you!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

Peter:

All your poetry are so calm, cool, and insightful. I really enjoyed reading them!!!

Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

Very very sage, Peter, and your Emerson quote has always been one of my favorites.

PS Thanks for Helping Out with the Cruise!!

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on July 15, 2006

You are so good at these, Peter, and I loved this one too! You are a gift from God, and your skills as a writer are phenominal! Great stuff; bravo!!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in America, Karen Lynn in Texas. :D