A Poem for Dreamers (Original) (poem) by ShyPoet 1 on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on January 31, 2023

Simply beautiful.

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge Poetess Of The Heart

Reviewed on October 12, 2022

Deep and rich. A poem of substance, an expression of your soul. I am impressed. Everything good, started with a dream and ended with reality.

Reviewed by Ruan Mills

Reviewed on October 12, 2022

This reads like a classic and I coud easily hear these words formed as a fabulous delta blues number (love blues music...lol)

As for deleting anything...because it's "too angry"...Don't.
Such pieces are our growth stages and reflect on past eras...they show which way our individual paths led....and where from.

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on October 7, 2022

WE THAT BELIEVE...ARE ALREADY SAINTS. AND, MANY OF US ARE ALREADY SAVIORS. HOWEVER, INDEED, WE ARE ALL...DREAMERS. THANK YOU FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...HIS+INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Barbara Henry

Reviewed on August 26, 2015

So powerful, poignant,and beautifully written.I was reminded of Hughes' poem: "I've Known Rivers," as I read.
Thank you for sharing this gem, and continued success.
Sincerely,

Barbara J.Henry

Reviewed by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie

Reviewed on December 30, 2004

This was so outstanding Shy, absolutely loved this:

Now I talk to rivers
And the rivers talk back to me
They linger like dreams
And spread their life to everywhere
Like my 'peoples'
Even on the shores of a defeatist society ...

so insightful and wise,

Reindeer

Reviewed by Birdie Houston (Reader)

Reviewed on December 29, 2004

Loved the write this speaks volumes !

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on December 25, 2004

Well expressed and replete with wisdom. Thank you for sharing this offering. Best wishes of love and peace. Regis

Reviewed by Poetry Deborah

Reviewed on January 8, 2004

Absolutely outstanding Shy...standing ovation. I totally and completely enjoyed this piece. Your newphew is a very lucky fellow man to have an uncle as wise and true as you. Bravo.

Cheers!
Deborah :o)))

Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)

Reviewed on January 6, 2004

Liltingly, hauntingly beautiful ShyPoet(who, with
the talent you possess)should not be...shy.

Reviewed by S H (Reader)

Reviewed on December 5, 2003

That's one of the best poems I've read on the authors den.

Reviewed by Jim Dunlap

Reviewed on November 19, 2003

Very nice. I think you mean raisins, not raisons (the French word for reasons). Good job.

Reviewed by Zenith Elliott

Reviewed on November 17, 2003

Outstanding write, Shy! ~Z~

Reviewed by Debashish Haar (Reader)

Reviewed on November 16, 2003

GREAT write, Shy!

Reviewed by Kevin Mc Crum (Reader)

Reviewed on November 16, 2003

Exceptionally well written work! Very nice work and please tell your nephew that the REAL truth always angers people! But we need more of it in this world!

Reviewed by L M (Reader)

Reviewed on November 16, 2003

Powerful poem!

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on November 16, 2003

superb poetry! i am really impresses by your imagery and voice...

Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero

Reviewed on November 16, 2003

This poem is born of the heart, and perfectly penned. Thank you.

Carmen

Reviewed by Transcendental Poet (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

GREAT writing Shy, you have a powerful voice!

Reviewed by Robin Ouzman Hislop

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

well all these things nationalism, racism etc., will have to end sometime
in the course of history, meantime seek freedom

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

Shy this is a triumph and I applaud you! It is a joy to read and teaches besides. This is poetry at its finest! Bravo!

Reviewed by Joyce Hale

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

A wonderful write, ShyPoet! We are all different, and we are all the same; and who would have it any other way! We are the same when we love and want respect; we are all different in minds and looks, never mind color, eyes, hair, we are all different, thank God.

Reviewed by T. Emilie Dybevik (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

Applause & standing ovation! If Leonard Pitts wrote poetry, I swear it would be something like this. He is one of my modern literary heroes. Naaaah, he couldn't touch you here...maybe ;) This reminded me of an article he wrote on "Ghetto Opoly"---his words are so wise. If only some read more and actually let it sink in...AND put it to use.

I loved this view:

"But, like Captains and Presidents
Soon we'll be Saints and Saviors too ...
And all American heroes for you ..."

Here is what I might have added before this verse ;)

No, not like glorified pimps & "G's" that rap
No, not like a big commercialized fad
No, not like good sports and entertainment
No, not like business America sells "Black"

I've been inspired. This poetry washes all of the ugly away and clears a path that has always been open but maybe cluttered or one didn't see it there before to take that direction. A refining purification. Showing something that is already there and many need something to put them back on track. This is it. Your words are amazingly strung with depth that rings in and out of every line and leaves a reader with many after thoughts. This is one of the best pieces I have ever read from you. So, for 13 Michael, you aren't bad at all! I think you might be breathing down your old uncle's neck ;) Talent must run in the family.

Very well composed with much dignity, class, intelligence and skill. Fine fine work!

Thank You,
Teresa Emilie Dybevik

Reviewed by Carolyn Red Bear (The Bear Paw)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

And an excellent truth, AKA ShyPoet! Like a river! And nothing else can be said.... this is the most beautiful write I've read, and it saved in my library already! Stay strong....
In Spirit,
Bear

Reviewed by lianne Jones (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

a very powerful and deep write, it's excellent!

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

Great dedication! I agree with Floria this is one of your gems from the heart and soul. Great write.

Reviewed by Floria Kelderhouse (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

When you write from deep down inside....what you truly feel..what is in your heart and soul..Shy..That is when you write your very best...this is one of your very best....and how could it possibly anger people...we are different all of us....God made us all unique..this is exceptional writing....and now my favorite of all of yours.....floria

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

And true it is indeed, very beautiful and powerful as well. A pleasure and privilege to read.

Reviewed by Taylor Trenton (Reader)

Reviewed on November 15, 2003

This is powerful!
"Now I talk to rivers
And the rivers talk back to me
They linger like dreams
And spread their life to everywhere
Like my 'peoples'
Even on the shores of a defeatist society "