State of Being (poem) by Jon Michael Willey on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on June 14, 2010

You are truly an artist on so many levels as this amazing poem attests to, but of all your talents the one of husband and family man stand out to one and all, especially to your own family...it is a privilege to be counted as one of your friends, Jon Michael. Stunning poem!
much peace and love, Carole~

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on June 13, 2010

I appreciated this meaningful philosophical sharing about the true value of life, Jon. Thank you. Love and peace to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on June 13, 2010

You have looked into your soul and found the truths of your life. Its a fine write!...Many thanks for sharing a special part of your self with us......M

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on June 13, 2010

Jon,
This is a special piece. You share about yourself in a more obvious way than in most of your writes. I like the moment of solidarity when describing your wife. We can only be so lucky, to find someone willing to believe in us. Lovely write:)
Sheila

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

Such a genuine purity in these lines with credit given to the better half. Going through life as a team, as it should be, one complimenting the other with rich rewards of eternal love and family. God bless you my friend as this leaves me speechless...

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by JASMIN HORST SEILER

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

Contentment en large, a great plate of delectable memories embodied in the soul, gilded in the moment. Peace and love! Jasmin Horst

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

I adore how you painted yourself, Jon. Well done!

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

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

You have touched on the very essence of who we are. Life is short. Most people invest in family and may be remembered thereby. Some choose notoriety and become infamous. The author hopes that words written will not fade on the page, but dance through electronic time, easily Googled in the writer's memory.

Ron

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

Jon, Your words ran through my veins as I read this, your life's being is moving in every way..and have to tell you, I write this through tears`
Love and Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

What serenity I read in your words of "being", Jon; a serenity that caresses the reader with a "warm fuzzy"! What wonderful expressions of faith, both in God, and one's partner; when one gives, they also receive. Love the "...she provided the ladder and held it firmly...". Yup, good state of being!!
Blessings and Love - Micke
(Oh! and how Great to see Gene back amongst us!)

Reviewed by Walt Hardester

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

Arriving at the place you mentioned, past middle age, Is treated tendedrly here.
Thanks Jon, for another fine reflective piece.

Walt

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on June 9, 2010

EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

A poem written with what you carry in your heart....love and gratitude. Beautiful, Jon.

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

Your State of Being response is never too late..this is one wonderful presence Jon..I truly enjoyed your response and say Bravo to a man of such greatness...Your wife is truly blessed by your love..
A truly happy state of being I see.

Much peace, love and light,
Amber

Reviewed by D Johnson

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

A benchmark for the place we should all be in our 'state of being'

Cheerc and peace,
Dan

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

I underscore John Flanagan's excellent review. Jon, you are indeed
a very wise man, and a man of compassion and generosity. I cannot
fully express how appeciation for your concern and efforts on my behalf during my absence from the Den. You and John Flannagan epitomize what friendship is all about. Thank you, my friend. You will be remembered forever, if I have anything to say about it.
-gene.

Reviewed by Christine Tsen

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

This is so well-done, you are reaching out to accept what God has given. This is an enchanting poem of true utterances of gratitude and kindness in your state of being.
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

This is the work of a poet and a man in touch with what's significant, himself and the world he lives in but knows he will leave some day...without bitterness or regret; acceptance and understanding are the truest roots of wisdom and you, Jon, are a very wise man.

John

Reviewed by Victoria's Poetry & Voices of Muse

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

a beautiful "State of Being" is expressed here Jon
your soul is calm and knowing the stillness of inner peace
and the surrenders of it's wisdom & beatitudes
Love & Blessings
Vickie

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

I know of no challenge, Jon Michael, except to find the words to effectively convey the heart I hear calmly, steadily pounding between these beautiful lines. Your reflection is clear and true and filled to the brim with gratitude.

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on June 8, 2010

A well written poem to add to Amber's challenge.