Africa Speaks (Book) - 9/16/2025 7:40:04 AM
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Africa Speaks (Book) - 11/21/2003 10:33:45 AM
congrats on your book, toris; sounds wonderful! i really would love to read it for myself! (((HUGS))) and much love, your texas friend, karen lynn. :D god bles you, toris!
Africa Speaks (Book) - 8/26/2003 8:23:44 PM
Congrats on your book!
My Story - A Journey to America (Short Story) - 3/20/2014 6:01:08 AM
I liked it Toris. It reminds of how since my childhood I so yearned to come to London!
Amina and the Villagers (Short Story) - 4/21/2006 11:15:42 AM
Toris, this would make a great story for an African folklore book! Don't we all just love happy endings.
God bless,
Sandie.
My Story - A Journey to America (Short Story) - 4/21/2006 11:11:35 AM
Enjoyed it, Toris! Wonderful story.
God bless,
Sandie.
Amina and the Villagers (Short Story) - 12/22/2003 7:42:57 AM
I really like this story! It's fantastic! Thanks for sharing it. I have registered it too. I am sharing it with many other readers through a web site called BookCrossing! Happy reading and writing!
My Story - A Journey to America (Short Story) - 12/16/2003 1:53:02 PM
So glad you let us share a peek into your life, Toris! And so glad you came to America! Can't wait to read more of your story; it is very interesting thusly! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Texas, Karen Lynn. :D ONLY seven brothers and sisters, and you are the 7th one?? MY!! Bet your family gatherings are joyful and noisy affairs! LOL
Amina and the Villagers (Short Story) - 10/5/2003 6:57:18 AM
What a wonderful story! I'm glad that Amina's own belief of what she had heard by the river didn't sway. Her love for her mother had overcome the villagers.
Great story and so well-told. I hope you will put this one in a children's book. It's worth the efforts. Thank you for sharing!
May Lu a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)
Amina and the Villagers (Short Story) - 10/4/2003 11:46:33 AM
Good story, Toris, but it needs to be in paragraphs instead of run altogether. It would make for much easier reading! Still, I liked it! (((HUGS))) and much love, your Texas friend, Karen Lynn. :D
Home Away From Home (Short Story) - 7/1/2003 3:41:57 PM
Sounds very interesting. write more
I hope the one in your story feels safe and welcomed in this strange new land he has entered.
Mister
Home Away From Home (Short Story) - 6/9/2003 5:29:40 PM
Write on, my friend...nicely done so far.
Home Away From Home (Short Story) - 6/9/2003 3:25:48 PM
good start to this story; can't wait to read more! outstanding write, toris; it shows just how talented you really are! (((HUGS))) and love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. :)
A Writer's Pen (Short Story) - 6/9/2003 8:52:55 AM
Well done, Toris !
A Writer's Pen (Short Story) - 6/8/2003 2:11:54 PM
*applauding wildly* well written and expressed, toris; enjoyed! (((HUGS))) and love, your texas friend, karen lynn. :)
A Writer's Pen (Short Story) - 6/8/2003 3:31:35 AM
Nicely done, Toris!
A Writer's Pen (Short Story) - 6/7/2003 11:56:06 PM
A very good write, I applaud you on this piece.
God Bless
~Michelle~
Americans Are Still Strong (Short Story) - 1/3/2003 8:48:03 AM
toris, my eyes are full of tears at this writing! what a beautiful heartfelt write! may god bless you, and may you continue to cherish the freedom too many americans don't appreciate! may we never forget the 11th of september, and may god bless america again! >tears < love, your new friend, karen lynn. (((((((HUGS))))))) :)
Africa My Africa (Short Story) - 1/3/2003 8:45:45 AM
toris, this was absolutely beautiful! may you never lose your heritage, and may you always be proud of where you come from! one of my dreams is to go to africa; especially to see the animals in their natural environment (i especially love the cheetahs) and to see the maasai in kenya and tanzania; would also love to see south africa! outstanding write! love, a new friend in texas, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) :)
The Color Black (Article) - 12/30/2003 7:37:17 PM
People worldwide continue to use aesthetics as a means of seperating themselves from others and imagining like groups of peoples. Unfortunately, each generation teaches the next the ignorance it knows, and it is up to the few free-thinkers to see beyond the labels to the truth which lies beneath.
I am half black-Irish and half Spanish, which makes me Hispanic according to the dictionary, though I am very pale, lightly freckled, and have very light blue eyes. I am no more "white" than a "black" person is black, though the "whites" accept me as one of their own until I speak what little Spanish I know and am recognized by my olive and brown-skinned kin. Bizarrely, upon hearing me call myself black-Irish, a number of "whites" will often gaze upon me as though I am diseased and ask incredulously, "You're half Black?"
I have two "black" cousins. They were adopted, as am I. They are my family and no different from anyone else in it I feel loyal and loving toward, though distance and fate have not allowed us yet to meet face to face. I have always felt an amazing draw to Africa, an irresistable tide pulling me home, and now that I know we all share traces of African DNA, my blood may be well diluted, but I am proud to know this hauntingly beautiful and culture-rich land is where my distant ancestors first knew life and gave rise to all that is mighty and powerful in this world today.
"Nigger" may have once meant, "a dark-skinned person from Africa", but many people today have given it the new translation of, "someone stupid, ugly and reviled." Funny how the ignorant give themselves names like that! I know my brothers and sisters and I know which ones have many long and hard life lessons to learn.
Vaya con Dios, mi amigo!
May the wind be always at your back
and the road rise up to meet your feet.
The Color Black (Article) - 10/4/2003 7:06:38 AM
I see nothing wrong with the color black. I come from Africa, and in my country there are colors ranging from charcoal black to really very light skinned and we're all of the same race. Often times even sibblings are just as diverse.
No one chooses their appearance and those who look down on others because of the shade of their color need to be educated on the wonders of God's creation.
Safi
The Color Black (Article) - 9/25/2003 9:39:43 AM
The whole topic is indeed a matter of great sadness.
The word nigger actually comes from the french 'negro' meaning black. and people from the area of the river niger are called nigerians. I have no idea how the river niger got its name
hope this helps
The Color Black (Article) - 9/24/2003 7:04:47 PM
Crazy world, huh? A good essay on the origin of the word.
The Color Black (Article) - 9/23/2003 9:53:45 AM
And why do they call natives Red?
In Spirit,
Bear
The Color Black (Article) - 9/17/2003 5:12:22 PM
i *HATE* the word "nigger"; it is NASTY, and i think it is disGUSTing! i hate it even more now because my family is prejudiced, and i heard it growing up; and it really pissed me off! i had friends who were black while growing up (still do have friends who are african american even now!), and they were among my dearest friends, i saw NOTHING wrong with them! they were just like me, only their skin was darker than mine! powerful and informative write; thanks for sharing! NEVER be ashamed of your heritage or being black because i sure am not! be proud of who you are and where you come from! ((((((((((HUGS))))))))) and much love, your friend, karen lynn in texas. :( >tears <
Rebuilding Africa (Article) - 9/15/2003 5:01:41 PM
(((toris)))
i pray they rebuild...powerful, informative write
(((HUGS))) and love,
karla. :(
Rebuilding Africa (Article) - 9/15/2003 3:23:43 PM
Powerful write full of information. Thank you.
Rebuilding Africa (Article) - 9/15/2003 9:29:27 AM
excellent write, toris! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. :D god bless africa and her people!
The Beautiful ones of Africa are Born (Article) - 6/25/2003 1:55:55 PM
The beautiful ONE no doubtedly is ME!!!
Each of us must feel that we are that beautiful one that God has caused to be born to enrich the lives of all those whom we meet if with each meeting we leave something special a smile a touch, glance anything that will remain until the person cease to exist. If we are able to do that then we are the one of the beautiful ones and yes there will be more until time indefinite.
The Beautiful ones of Africa are Born (Article) - 1/8/2003 9:44:14 AM
africa comes alive in this write, thank you for the trip there...it calls me...maybe one day i'll get there...i pray for africa every day...(((HUGS))) and love, karla. (beautifully written, by the way!)
The Beautiful ones of Africa are Born (Article) - 1/7/2003 4:35:01 PM
wonderful write about the TRUE beauty of africa! africa is indeed blessed in many ways! love, your friend, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) to you, dear toris! :)
Travel To Africa (Article) - 1/7/2003 4:05:49 PM
oh, honey, what i'd give to go...too bad i can't afford it...i've been dreaming of africa for many years. i want to go to kenya, tanzania, and namibia, because i love cheetahs, and that's where the highest concentration of them seem to be...i'd love to see the enigmatic cheetah in its natural environment, before they are all gone...thank you for sharing, (((HUGS))), and maybe one day, i'll meet you in africa...love, karla. :)
Travel To Africa (Article) - 1/7/2003 4:02:21 PM
thanks for the visual journey to your beloved africa! i almost felt like i was actually THERE! i hope to go to africa someday! love, your friend, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) :)
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 3/21/2010 9:59:49 AM
This Poem is very powerful and it really speaks to me
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 5/27/2008 8:14:57 AM
This is a perfect love story its wordings are powerful and real, its all what a broken relationship needs to say and believe in to get back into business.. thank you.
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 4/13/2007 6:28:47 AM
i can't even find the words.. classic? Strong poem.. keep that hand moving..
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 4/21/2006 11:26:31 AM
Applause!!!! Powerful!! Profound!! Darn, I bow to you, Toris! Your pen is so powerful!
God bless,
Sandie.
LIBERIA OH! LIBERIA (Poetry) - 4/21/2006 11:23:20 AM
Toris, your poem gave me goosebumps. Such a powerful and profound write!
God bless,
Sandie.
LIBERIA OH! LIBERIA (Poetry) - 12/3/2005 7:56:02 AM
An insightful poem on the ceaseless and useless cycle of violence that characterizes the daily existence of too many youth in too many countries. Instead of advancing helpful causes, knowledge, love, or peace, they are being lost to the blind machines of greed and violence. Thank you for sharing this powerful work.
Three Headed Men... (Poetry) - 6/6/2004 2:42:24 PM
Just in case you want to be correct in spelling, stairs should be stares, ones should be once. Otherwise, this is good.
Three Headed Men... (Poetry) - 4/4/2004 1:48:31 PM
Excellent write, I agree.
Fifty Years Later (Poetry) - 2/13/2004 6:24:14 PM
Heart touching poem.
Fifty Years Later (Poetry) - 2/13/2004 4:39:09 PM
Powerful hit! Heart touching. Nice to see you posting!
Reflections of a Black Man (Poetry) - 1/25/2004 1:23:56 PM
Terrific write, Toris; very well done, my friend!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Reflections of a Black Man (Poetry) - 1/25/2004 5:54:00 AM
So damn sad, just because one is black white yellow, red, even orange with purple spots all are PEOPLE, make me think of the book roots, great imotional write, this hurt deep, as many of my friends come from many parts of Africa..
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/18/2004 2:04:51 PM
powerful, heartbreaking write! so sad how we treated your ancestors, as a white person, i hang my head in shame. i am so sorry for what my ancestors have done! >tears < (((HUGS))) and much love, your tx. friend, karen lynn. :(
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/18/2004 12:36:39 PM
Sad write. Powerful emotion.
Sandie Angel a.k.a. May Lu :o(
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/18/2004 8:25:31 AM
This piece is very well written like so much of your work. The description very vivid as if you were actually there. Very powerful...
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/18/2004 5:13:38 AM
Painful history, well written, and just at the time of Martin Luther Kings birthday.
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/17/2004 8:16:00 PM
There is no way to ask for forgiveness for such abominations.
If there is salvation to be found it will be in all of us coming
to realize that the condition of being human carries with it the
potential signature of becoming either the master or the slave; one only need take in the world-wide legacy of Slavery historically to see it can happen to anyone, anywhere. Brilliantly painted. Vicky
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/17/2004 7:18:39 PM
It is a shame such things ever were...and even sadder that, while we have curbed them here, so many in other lands fair little better. We can only hope that someday soon such foul treatment of others will end for all people. This is very moving and thought provoking. All good things to you and yours.
A Day On the Cotton Field (Poetry) - 1/17/2004 7:11:33 PM
Thank God He brought an end to it. You painted a very gripping picture.
The two kinds of people... (Poetry) - 1/11/2004 12:05:33 PM
This was outstanding, powerful, loved it,
Reindeer
A Perfect Star (Poetry) - 12/24/2003 6:17:10 AM
The pursuit of perfection is within all of us, thanks for sharing the hope of victory.
God Bless You and Your Loved Ones
Officer William Heffner
Happy Holidays!
The two kinds of people... (Poetry) - 12/16/2003 8:52:24 PM
This is absolutely beautiful. You have said so much in just four short lines!
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 11/2/2003 7:05:07 PM
Oh yes, this is very very fine poetry.
I especially loved these two verses,
In diary I express-
A love far greater than Romeo’s
The pun on "In diary" is very keen!
Wonderful!
Richard Vallance
Ottawa, Ontario,
CANADA
The two kinds of people... (Poetry) - 11/2/2003 7:02:45 PM
FANTASTIC!
Talk about nipping it in the bud, eh?
Love it!!!
Richard Vallance,
Ottawa, Ontario,
CANADA
I'm coming back to your AD to read more of your poems, for sure!
The two kinds of people... (Poetry) - 10/31/2003 2:32:39 PM
profound, yes, -- best way to describe this poem.
The two kinds of people... (Poetry) - 10/28/2003 11:27:19 AM
Oh, but there are many shades in between. It's not compromise, it's love that reveals that we aren't so much different from eachother.
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 10/1/2003 7:58:26 AM
A delicate and well written work.
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 7:46:43 PM
Beautiful write!
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 11:10:18 AM
beautiful..Floreann
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 10:33:32 AM
and what a gorgeous promise it is....I love this line "I'll marry you alone"
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 9:45:42 AM
This is very sweet. Nice job.
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 9:35:33 AM
ahhh, this is so nice, toris; well done, my friend! :D (((HUGS))) and much love, your Texas friend, Karen Lynn.
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 9:10:21 AM
Toris, this is very, very beautiful and inspiring! Well done!
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 9:02:00 AM
Ah, yes, and she will love your forever for all that. Enjoyable.
Everlasting Love (Poetry) - 9/30/2003 7:50:21 AM
Excellent piece! True love is meant to last!
Sweet Dreams (Poetry) - 9/25/2003 5:04:56 PM
Dreams wouldn't be the same if we didn't have out work too;-)Well done Torie!
Sweet Dreams (Poetry) - 9/25/2003 12:27:41 PM
To dream is to live to live is to dream... good write
A Perfect Star (Poetry) - 9/15/2003 8:50:02 AM
Some of the most 'perfect' stars are 'imperfect' but yet perfect to the eyes of those who love them.
Beautiful thoughts well woven.
:)Sandy
It's All About Fishing (Poetry) - 9/10/2003 7:44:22 PM
Full of wisdom Torie! wonderful poem!
It's All About Fishing (Poetry) - 9/9/2003 7:26:19 PM
it IS all about the fishing [rerad doing, living, et c.] isn't it?
a good write!
john+
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 8/31/2003 12:13:13 AM
Very heartfelt poem.
Sincerely , Michelle
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 9:42:51 PM
powerful write ... i like the tonal quality and imagery...
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 6:35:48 PM
how sad yet beautiful in the telling....
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 5:20:05 PM
Wonderful feeling!
May Lu a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 4:14:44 PM
A brilliant write my friend..Floreann *****
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 2:57:11 PM
wonderful write, toris; enjoyed! (((HUGS))) and love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. :D
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 12:54:44 PM
Great!!! Just great!!!
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 10:59:29 AM
Toris, you are very wise for your years, beautiful poem! ~Z~
Too Young To Love (Poetry) - 8/24/2003 10:45:49 AM
Oh Toris a beautiful poem
and i truly am inspired by the twist in the end...
Love is ageless yes.
PJ
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/23/2003 4:53:55 PM
What a womderful write and picture. Nice flow and use of words. Thanks for sharing this with us.One Love
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/18/2003 9:36:07 PM
This is such a BEAUTIFUL PIECE Toris...excellant and lovely penning!
~Nikki~
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/18/2003 7:14:48 PM
This is a tear jerking write that touched me very deeply. Fantastic writing!
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/18/2003 2:07:15 PM
nearly forgot about you, toris; sorry about that! glad i could stop by and read this exquisite write! so enjoyed this! :) (((HUGS))) and love, your texas friend, karen lynn. :D
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/18/2003 11:54:43 AM
Wonderful write and beautiful picture!
May Lu a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/18/2003 11:49:11 AM
A splendid poem, the photo enhances the beauty you express, even in sadness there is hope!Superb Torie!
Diamonds Are Forever (Poetry) - 8/18/2003 10:49:43 AM
My, My, My!!!!
Isn't that awesome? Lovely picturesque tragedy that emanates light.
Today seems a great day at the Den, really. It seems like the curse was broken!
Thank you for preaching beauty!
Nevine Al Seidi
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 8/15/2003 10:43:39 PM
Ah, remembrance touched by the promise of times yet to come. Nice write. :)
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 8/15/2003 7:02:59 PM
Romantic You_
Thank You for Your Kind Comments!!
TRASK
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 8/14/2003 12:13:30 PM
I applaud you for such an immaculate poem it was breathtaking
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 6:18:13 PM
You have done such wonderful work on this Toris...I too think you perhaps did the better thing!
~Nikki~
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 3:56:56 PM
(((toris)))
just be thankful it wasn't worse
why do people have to argue? it's your fault, it's your fault, instead of owning up to responsibility
(((HUGS))) and love,
karla.
a friend of mine was at a stop light, some kid ran into her rear, scraped his car around her, and she got mad...she chased him down and made him stop. she asked him what he was doing, and he said that SHE ran into HIM!! the back and side of her car is damaged, and the front of his is damaged...and she hit HIM??? crazy!!
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 1:18:38 PM
Very intresting write
Toris...
Great job...
Trixie :)
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 11:10:35 AM
Excellent narrative Toris, and if both were at fault , there was nothing else for you to do!Super writing!
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 10:15:11 AM
being in several accidents myself, i can definitely relate to this write. thank GOD i wasn't hurt, but boy, it sure raised my insurance rates! :( (don't have a car now; am scared to drive, and besides i can't afford one. instead the car i have now is my crutch! LOL) good write, toris; glad you are back! :) (((HUGS))) and much love, your texas friend, karen lynn.
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 10:06:32 AM
An awesome write Toris
enjoyed much
William
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 9:36:45 AM
Great write and well told!
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 9:05:31 AM
It is excellent to read you again Toris. Excellent message in this one.
PJ
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 7:53:38 AM
When you know the people are safe and they are both at fault, I think I would of done the same thing. Great poem.
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 7:46:24 AM
Toris, excellent write. I think just that one time I probably would have walked away also.
Auto Smash (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 7:40:08 AM
this is very well writen. great work
TO LOVE or not TO LOVE (Poetry) - 8/12/2003 2:56:06 AM
Wonderful depth of thought
~Jackie~
The Day We Were Patriots (Poetry) - 7/8/2003 12:01:25 PM
Thanks for the poem and thanks for reminding us what was necessary to make this country what it is.
TO LOVE or not TO LOVE (Poetry) - 7/8/2003 11:40:37 AM
Outstanding poetry, Toris! :) (((HUGS)))
TO LOVE or not TO LOVE (Poetry) - 7/3/2003 11:34:20 AM
Sad but true and it happens. Very good expression. Soul poetry.
Thanks,
Emilie
TO LOVE or not TO LOVE (Poetry) - 7/3/2003 10:58:35 AM
I really don't want to be that lonely old man!
Now Toris: share the fourth with America.
http://www.authorsden.com/visit/viewpoetry.asp?id=68051
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 7/2/2003 7:36:38 PM
No harder and no greater romantic love can you gift to another heart, and no greater personal longing can cause you as much pain. Endure it. Love her anyway. All that matters is that YOU know the depth of your love. It will sustain you. A truly grand and noble write, a wonderful sentiment!
The Day We Were Patriots (Poetry) - 7/2/2003 12:07:28 PM
A Outstanding Piece Toris in celebration of the 4th!
~Nikki~
The Day We Were Patriots (Poetry) - 7/2/2003 9:32:37 AM
(((o, toris)))
what a beautiful poem *STANDING OVATION*
thank you for writing this from africa...i pray africa and the united states will always be united and friends
GOD BLESS AMERICA AND AFRICA
(((HUGS))) and love,
karla. i'm saving this one to my library to savor again and again
The Day We Were Patriots (Poetry) - 7/2/2003 9:16:17 AM
beautiful tribute to our nation, toris; this touched me to the very depths of my soul! i wish more people felt like you do about america; then there wouldn't be all this hatred and terrorist threats. sad. ((((HUGS)))) and much love, your texas friend, karen lynn. :D (HUGE smiles!)
The Day We Were Patriots (Poetry) - 7/1/2003 9:26:43 PM
Well done. A lot of lives sacrificed to get us here and to keep us here. Thank you.
The Day We Were Patriots (Poetry) - 7/1/2003 7:57:13 PM
Excellent and so Outstanding, Loved reading this,
Reindeer
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 6/30/2003 7:53:14 PM
very powerful and thought provoking poem.....it is obvious to me that you are proud to be who you are and you should be....smile Excellent poetry Toris!
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/24/2003 4:14:59 PM
beautifully expressed , so sad Toris...
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/24/2003 10:19:36 AM
Oooh, love her and love her well! This last stanza punches this page. What an honorable man to write such prose! Stuns me.
Thank you
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/24/2003 2:30:37 AM
Excellent...BHUWAN
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/23/2003 10:58:18 PM
oh my gosh, Toris, I don't know what to say except, here is a hug sent your way..!!
Peace,
Dove
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/23/2003 10:17:52 PM
Very nicely done, Toris!
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/23/2003 9:07:11 PM
expressed nobly...
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/23/2003 8:16:57 PM
Sad...well written.
Unspoken Love (Poetry) - 6/23/2003 7:26:48 PM
very dificult situation to be in Toris.....you may need to let go. I wish you well.....smile
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 6/18/2003 10:12:56 AM
Awesome! Powerful! Moving! Bravo!
My African Child (Poetry) - 6/11/2003 2:31:49 PM
Good, exciting
Ny friend don't despise the days of a small begining.I can see you did that so keep following your heart wherever it leads you and good luck
God Bless
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 6:22:47 PM
This was so beautiful, I love reading this so much this evening,
Reindeer
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 4:32:12 PM
This is absolutely beautiful!
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 2:51:09 PM
Very sweet and sad indeed!....but wonderful memories.
May Lu $*_*$ a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 2:28:57 PM
Well, it can be sad to be left with memories - but as long as it is memories about love and caring and good times...Good write. S.
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 12:50:00 PM
"To kiss the warmth of your lips
And soak my tongue
In the fountain of your speech"
Damn, that's sexy!... beautiful write of love and longing Toris
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 12:40:16 PM
beautiful, heartfelt write, toris; enjoyed reading~ love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) :) thanks for your review! :)
A Prom Without You (Poetry) - 6/6/2003 12:13:37 PM
The poet has delivered his "A Prom Without You", and I read it and enjoyed the reading.
==="A Prom Without You"=== will reach its audience for it is a true poem from the memory of the heart.
Long Healthy Life may enjoy the Author of "A Prom Without You".
Andre Emmanuel bendavi ben-YEHU
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 6/2/2003 10:32:03 AM
Sorry for your loss. Beautiful write.
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 6/1/2003 1:49:47 PM
((((HUGS)))) toris
i am so sorry for your loss
beautiful tribute poem to her...well done
(((HUGS))) and love,
karla. :(
i lost my gramma in 1995--she was 93
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 6/1/2003 1:48:07 PM
((((((HUGS)))))) >tears < love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. may god be with you in your time of mourning and loss!
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 6/1/2003 11:09:11 AM
Toris to you across the oceans I send my most sincerest heartfel wishes at your loss <tears>. This is a beautiful piece that is not just a goodbye but a monumental rememberance to everything she was and always and forever will be!!!!
Gods and Goddesses Blessings Always To You!
~Nikki~
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 6/1/2003 8:14:32 AM
Powerful -- and bursting at the seams with both truth and indignation. "Black" is beyond even being a state of mind on some days, when the color of your skin makes you a magnet for trouble, intolerance and hate, it is a badge of independence and a source of strength. "Black" is both the color of the storm and of the deepness of space, it can frighten and it can protectively enfold. Be prideful, be powerful. Great write!
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 6/1/2003 8:06:13 AM
As sad as that moment was, as heart-wrenching as it was, it makes all the difference that you were there to say Farewell. I am sorry for your loss. This is a special poem deserved of special praise. Beautifully written!
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 6/1/2003 7:48:13 AM
Toris,
A beautiful heartfelt write. You were blessed to be there with her at that final moment. Sending you warm thoughts and gentle hugs.
~Joseph
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 9:06:28 PM
Sorry for your loss Toris. This is a Beautiful tribute to your grandma. Remember that as long as you keep her close to your heart she will have never really left. :) Thanks for your comment on my offering tonight... I may write about a red rose soon... :)
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 6:58:25 PM
Toris, please accept my condolances on the loss of your grandmother. You wrote her an excellent tribute. I too, know your pain well...
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 6:18:09 PM
Toris, my heart and thoughts are with you. I'm glad you were able to be there. this is a fine write!
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 6:01:33 PM
This brings back memories, Toris! Thank you for your words!
-Bear
My African Child (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 5:51:35 PM
The realities of many lives...excellent..
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 5:50:20 PM
Thank you...I have an adopted daughter and raised her knowing I am her "Mom" but since she found her birth relations I have been insecure about our relationship...this poem helps...outstanding...
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 5:47:35 PM
Makes me sick that I am white, at times with all the abuse inflicted upon minorities through the years...excellent...thought provoking...
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 5:45:19 PM
I am so sorry...your words touched my heart and made me want to send my heartfelt love for your loss....beautifully written...
Goodbye Grandma (Poetry) - 5/31/2003 5:44:45 PM
Toris, I am so sorry for your loss. Special people give us special memories. You have some beautiful ones. My thoughts are with you. Lovely tribute to your grandmother, and yes, you will see her again. She will always be with you.
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 5/28/2003 1:35:27 PM
Between the lines I read the strife. You have put a reader into your shoes. Very excellent piece you have penned. Be proud.
Thank you,
Teresa
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/26/2003 4:25:34 AM
Oh Toris:
This is soooo heartfelt. I know that feeling of disappointments on both sides. You are right, your Daddy should always be your father, THE REAL ONE!!!!! - The other one is just a biological father. This is the difference between THE REAL ONE and the biological one. It is so sad that even now people don't know the difference between the two.
Most heartfelt write of all. Well-done!
Sandie Angel :o) a.k.a. May Lu $*_*$
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/26/2003 1:07:29 AM
There is so much heartbreak in the answer to, "Who's my Father." Quite a dilemma for
those who decide. Either way, they decide wrong. Bill
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/25/2003 9:46:46 PM
They say anyone can make a baby, but only a speacial man is a father..Beautifuly moving, as always I am deeply inspired..
Dove
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/25/2003 9:25:08 PM
Toris, this is a powerful declaration of love, and a wonderful tribute to your father, that doesn't share your DNA, but does everything share else!Bravo!
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/25/2003 9:18:30 PM
Sweet one, Toris. It is the parent who is a parent that is the parent. Wise lady.
[diaper]
Who's my Father? (Poetry) - 5/25/2003 9:18:19 PM
Is the father the one who loved and nurtured you or the one with the DNA? This is the question that many people must answer for themselves. Me, I pick the loved and nurtured over DNA anytime. Good Luck!! also a great write.
My African Child (Poetry) - 5/14/2003 4:47:31 PM
Toris,
My friend, a good write, a good write indeed, go where youre heart leads you then record what you see! I bow in salute
In sincereity,
Rodney Evan Bohen
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 7:42:27 PM
A beautiful song put in a poem..Write more Please..!
Dove ~
THE CHILDREN OF AFRICA (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 7:40:25 PM
Wow, Toris...This is lovely..Please write more..!
Dove ~
My African Child (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 7:38:56 PM
Toris, you are such a light of God..You can be a voice on authors den to make others realise just th serious of your peoples lives..God bless..!
Dove ~
SEARCHING FOR LOVE (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 4:31:35 PM
Touching ......stirring......moving superb masterpiece
THE CHILDREN OF AFRICA (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 3:37:39 PM
So well done Toris I love thses ones Peggy
My African Child (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 3:37:16 PM
Toris, This one is so sad and so excellent.
A very sensitive piece. peggy
I Killed A Man (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 2:07:38 PM
I found this disturbing too and I would have left. Well done Toris
Chrissie
SEARCHING FOR LOVE (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 2:05:59 PM
I love your honesty! You will be loved someday soon.
Jill
I Killed A Man (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 1:42:47 PM
It was graphic, yes. You can also expand this into a short story as well, since it seems a very good source for writing a short story.
Sandie Angel :o) a.k.a. May Lu $*_*$
I Killed A Man (Poetry) - 5/4/2003 1:31:44 PM
welcome to the real world!!
This happens daily around me in south africa...well written but upsetting too......
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 5/3/2003 10:59:59 AM
Powerful writing !
My African Child (Poetry) - 5/3/2003 10:56:02 AM
Good write heartfelt .... moving
I Killed A Man (Poetry) - 5/2/2003 10:00:47 AM
If i was the man i would let the man ,butas for my wife i make regret for ever making that mistake but i will forgive her.
I Killed A Man (Poetry) - 5/1/2003 5:54:11 PM
Very disturbing indeed, I would have left...
Reindeer
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 4/30/2003 8:41:26 PM
AND
--Beneath and above ALL--
Your music!
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 4/30/2003 8:01:48 PM
Excellent and deep poem!
Shy
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/30/2003 7:57:25 PM
A very intense poem!
Sad beyond belief.
But, well written and heartbreaking.
THE CHILDREN OF AFRICA (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 8:15:48 PM
well done! enjoyed reading very much...
THE CHILDREN OF AFRICA (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 12:26:56 PM
beautiful, toris! the children are our future...and our link to the past...well done, author! (((HUGS))) and love, karla. :)
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 12:20:27 PM
*CHEERS AND APPLAUSE* powerful write, toris! :) be PROUD of who you are!
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 12:19:42 PM
painful write! >tears < god bless the children of africa; may he ease their pain and suffering; they have endured so much hell! :( (((HUGS))) and love, your friend, karen lynn. :(
THE CHILDREN OF AFRICA (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 12:18:09 PM
beautiful tribute, toris! love, your friend in texas, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) :)
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 11:56:58 AM
The heart of a child holds so much if only
many people would really take notice they are
all around us this was so heart warming
a lovely write although sad.
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 11:50:15 AM
My heart breaks that people actually have to live this way. Great job bleeding emotion. Teresa
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 11:50:05 AM
Dispare and hopelessness, like those of this Mama and baby, make many other's troubles seem like pebbles compared to a mountain! Well done!
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 11:47:58 AM
*applause* powerful, moving, beautiful write...well done! be proud, stand tall...never let them bring you down. (((HUGS))) and love, karla. :)
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 11:46:02 AM
(((HUGS))) heartbreakingly true...brims with pain...well done, poet. love, karla. :( *tears* you have touched my soul with this write.
My African Child (Poetry) - 4/25/2003 11:41:51 AM
So sad, and so true for many. Very sensitively written. Bravo.
SEARCHING FOR LOVE (Poetry) - 3/22/2003 7:25:17 PM
Wow, excellent, never give up your love will be there.
Nancy
SEARCHING FOR LOVE (Poetry) - 3/22/2003 6:57:53 PM
Good honest piece of writing!
Sandie Angel :o)
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 2/25/2003 3:53:16 PM
A very powerful poem Toris ...be proud.
Chrissie
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 2/25/2003 12:30:43 PM
Great expression here...and I happen to be Italian and my skin is a bit darker...just because that was where my parents were born...our heritage...so ....our souls are the same color....God sees us all alike...Good work...floria
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 2/25/2003 10:47:25 AM
Orobo wadooo! How you de,bro. I be your brother. I happy say I find you here. Na him be say we go de talk now. I like your work. God bless.
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 2/25/2003 9:21:35 AM
Powerful write.
peg
Why Am I Black (Poetry) - 2/25/2003 8:15:40 AM
Hello...very deep write with utmost power...nice question...cheers...love n luck...BHUWAN
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 2/4/2003 12:43:36 PM
yes! "AFrica my Africa" !!! I love this piece and your descriptive quality is excellent. You did a wonderful job at talking about the exploitation of Africa and the African people but you also talk about its beauty and significance...wonderful job...ONe.
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/16/2003 10:23:05 AM
That was very nice!Good job.I hope that someday my poetry will be as meaningful and as bueatiful as your's.
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/14/2003 3:50:59 PM
This brought tears to my eyes and an urging in my soul for freedom.
Janet
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/10/2003 2:23:38 PM
Beautifully written. Excellent job!
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/8/2003 8:49:39 PM
Good writing.....well done...
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/6/2003 7:14:37 PM
1-06-03
Most Interestingly So!
TRASK
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/6/2003 12:50:53 PM
this is outstanding! i've never been to africa, but i feel deep in my soul its siren call...i've written a poem, "dreams of africa," about my longing to see that continent. (((HUGS))) and love, karla.
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/6/2003 11:02:18 AM
good write. power, joy, pride
well done
john+
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/6/2003 10:19:20 AM
"Your discovery had brought you pains
Children and grandchildren
To the great sea you lost
Continents with them were fed" - this part is so powerful in its image of truth ... left me chilled - excellent write!
Africa my Africa (Poetry) - 1/6/2003 9:40:03 AM
and may god bless africa! thanks for sharing this beautiful write! with much love, your friend, karen lynn. (((HUGS))) :)
