Belle (Short Story) - 3/27/2007 3:05:44 PM
A compelling story. It held my interest..KEEP WRITING!...m
The Divide (Short Story) - 1/3/2007 11:52:11 AM
Haunting write methinks....would like to read more....!!
Love Tinka
Big Sister, Little Sister (Short Story) - 12/12/2006 5:38:07 PM
This is deep, John. I appreciate it. Love and peace to you,
Regis
Altamar (Short Story) - 12/5/2006 11:32:48 AM
Excellent storyline!!
Love Tinka
Belle (Short Story) - 9/24/2006 7:57:33 PM
Good luck with this. It is engaging, John. Love and peace,
Regis
Belle (Short Story) - 9/7/2006 10:42:43 AM
Very well written...hope to read more soon!!
Love Tinka
Last Guard (Short Story) - 8/18/2005 4:09:17 PM
You call it a fantasy - I'd like to know if I'm reading in the past, present or future. Can you clarify, or would that ruin things?
Last Guard (Short Story) - 7/30/2005 8:24:11 AM
Wow this is good...hopefully we will read more!!
Love Tinka
Last Guard (Short Story) - 7/29/2005 10:01:10 AM
well now, john; i had no idea you were such a good storyteller! excellent tale; can't wait to read more! very well done; bravo!! :)
My Poetics [#6] (Article) - 7/4/2007 11:38:01 AM
I'm enjoying this series very much...
My Poetic [11.25] (Article) - 10/29/2006 11:49:01 AM
enjoyed the read
My Poetics [#14] (Article) - 10/13/2006 8:05:09 AM
True!!! Absolutely true . . . well said. Inspiring with clarity and the deep truth about writing! I have flagged it for future inspiration. You are a great mentor... thanks!!! Linda (L. K. Craft)
My Poetics [#11.2] (Article) - 9/19/2006 8:51:01 AM
John,
This clarity is exactly what I needed . . . these words will fall on different ears, for some it's an affirmation what they believe, to others it will make them ponder, but for me, well, it's spiritual. I often gaze at courage, this inspires me to dive and taste it.
Much appreciation, Linda (L. K. Craft)
My Poetics [#11.2] (Article) - 9/19/2006 7:12:23 AM
Truer words were never written/spoken. An excellent piece John. I think you could add another element to complete an already complete circle and that is fear. I hope you will write on that if you haven't already and I've missed it. Peace, blessings ,and gratitude for caring enough to share. <Mikii>
My Poetics [#1] (Article) - 4/14/2006 6:59:37 PM
THE PROPER TIME TO DO SOMETHING IS WHEN ONE DOES IT.
I did learn through the lines of this magnificent composition, which requires further study for a proper understanding.
I see poetry as the wet-nurse of the language and the guideline of its growth and perfection.
I close this with words of Master Aberjhani:
“... Every poet is rightfully entitled to his or her individual perspective and methodology, every poet’s voice is a valid and valued one.” ––ABERJHANI
http://www.authorsden.com/visit/viewarticle.asp?id=20352
In gratitude and respect, always.
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
My Poetics [#12] (Article) - 3/24/2005 8:32:22 PM
Many new writers are alarmed to discover that quite a few readers assume that their poetry is all personal fact. Whereas most of the time, a writer might relate personal events, there are times when a writer's creative urges immerse him in pure fantasy or a mixture of fact and fantasy. It's called poetic license. I've learned not to assume a writer's works are always his personal accountings. Therefore, I try to always focus on the poem's worth, and then comment on my opinion of it. One of the greatest tools of a writer/poet is his imagination. That's what adds seasoning to the dish! Well written article, John.
My Poetics [#11.1] (Article) - 3/14/2005 10:16:08 AM
Interesting article, John, especially the last stanza!
My Poetics [#11.1] (Article) - 3/13/2005 9:47:47 AM
" . . . a daily exercise; and the more you do it the more poetry forms you . . ." Exactly! I know this to be true. I never understood how powerful poety was until I had been involved with it(albiet my attempts are woefully inept) for some time. I found that certain traits in my personal life and thinking were being subjugated, to a point, by my poems. With the shameful risk that writers make, i.e., writing what they think people want to hear, I believe that one can shape his own morals and points of view by the continuous writing of poetry. No matter the age of the poet, me being one example of that. Good article. I didn't delve into the religous part of you article for a reason.
My Poetics [#11.1] (Article) - 3/13/2005 9:07:07 AM
Thanks for sharing these brilliant articles John!!
Okay I need to go through them all...slipped up a few...auch!!
Love Tinka
My Poetics [#7] (Article) - 2/16/2005 10:52:44 AM
"A poem, through description, invocation, and explanation, conveys."
Thanks
My Poetics [#6] (Article) - 2/16/2005 10:48:14 AM
Good points presented in this article, John, I like it!
My Poetics [#5] (Article) - 2/16/2005 10:38:56 AM
I shall not preach, I shall not preach, I shall not preach! Hehehe! If I do, I shall remember John's 3 pointers!
My Poetics [#4] (Article) - 2/16/2005 10:33:59 AM
Wow! This is very interesting. I haven't heard or tried this method before! Excellent ideas, that I shall try!
My Poetics [#3] (Article) - 2/16/2005 10:29:55 AM
I often awake in the early mornings, with phrases, sometimes entire short poems, in my head! Often, I awake with the melody of an unknown tune playing in my mind. I quickly grab my little recorder from under my pillow or night stand and sing, hum, or recite the "offering" into it. Later, I replay and tweak it to my satisfaction.
I appreciate these articles, "My Poetics", that you have posted here on AD. They truly help me. Thanks!
Osprey calls my name (Poetry) - 9/30/2011 6:49:59 PM
Ospreys live all over the place............
~W~
STORM (Poetry) - 9/30/2011 3:54:53 AM
This is a good write. Thanks for sharing!
Casey
FALSE DAWN (Poetry) - 9/26/2011 11:16:01 AM
Another day, another dawn, another sunrise...e
FALSE DAWN (Poetry) - 9/26/2011 6:13:51 AM
Old habits keep on repeating themselves despite the sunrise.
Carmen
Inversion (Poetry) - 8/14/2011 6:21:03 AM
2 bad 64 Chevies didn't have A/C...if you had it boy were you rich...e
HARBOUR SEAL (Poetry) - 8/9/2011 2:27:58 PM
We share a surname and my husbands name is John (Jack) for short; which is really odd since they both have four letters.
Did you ever wonder about that.....?
I enjoyed the Harbour Seal and the similarity of the two species.
STORM (Poetry) - 7/5/2011 11:09:56 PM
Powerfully conveyed, John
STORM (Poetry) - 6/30/2011 6:46:07 AM
A beautiful description of Mother Nature and her fury.
Donna
STORM (Poetry) - 6/28/2011 6:53:18 PM
I love watching the power of Nature in a storm...its like a broom brushing away mans impurities...ed
M.V.Promethesus (Poetry) - 6/10/2011 5:41:58 PM
Seams do seem to do that...;-)e
Wet Blanket (Poetry) - 5/31/2011 7:16:37 AM
A WELL DESCRIPT WORK...ONE OF WHICH THOSE HERE IN THE WESTERN AND LOWER SOUTHERN PART OF THE UNITED STATES CAN WELL RELATE TO(DEVASTATING FLOODS AND STORMS). HOWEVER THE 'BLOOMS' OF MAY HAVE FAIRED WELL IN OTHER PARTS. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH... JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Wet Blanket (Poetry) - 5/30/2011 8:43:11 PM
Think the weather everywhere has been completely out of control and not sure why so intense. Your words capture it well...
Be always safe,
Karen
Wet Blanket (Poetry) - 5/30/2011 2:03:32 PM
91 degrees here & sticky...though I think I will live with it rather than any steady rain...hope you dry out & warm up soon...ed
Manitoba Floods (Poetry) - 4/18/2011 10:57:32 PM
Thank You John
A poem with wealth of imagery
Most enjoyable write
Peace be with you
William
Manitoba Floods (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 5:48:53 PM
I doubt anyone out there looks forward to those floods, but of spring, that is still something to look forward too...e
HARBOUR SEAL (Poetry) - 4/10/2011 4:47:35 PM
I like how you captured this moment. Enjoyed.
Tom
HARBOUR SEAL (Poetry) - 4/8/2011 9:56:53 AM
But you get your food easier than he...maybe you could share...?e
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/30/2011 5:14:16 AM
An excellent write John
those cute little angels
do know how to inspire one
to write magic about them
God Bless you both
peace be with you
William
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 8:00:00 PM
You are right on that point, it has become a world dedicated to the young and the knowledge and wisdom of those who came before are treated with indifference. Sounds like your granddaughter has stolen your heart....
Be always safe,
Karen
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 1:13:47 PM
Beautifully crafted poem.
You have articulated your very honest feelings so well.
These things should be revered for such richness and meaning.
Be well,
Christine
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 6:50:03 AM
Ah, Gramps don't be thinking about all the bad, just bask in that glow from that beautiful little one...e
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 6:26:18 AM
I love it, and as one who has enterred the last quarter of this experience at 75 yrs of age I relate to your every word. This is one of my favorite Zimmerman writes. Peace, and blessings I bow toyour pen.
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 5:15:48 AM
Well,if they don't appreciate age and wisdom it is sadly their loss...but isn't it wonderful that little grandchildren snugggled up (like little angels)can make up for that 'indifferent distain'
Thank you for sharing the high and lows of aging,I think you did this very well and it touched me and I could relate to it.
Gramps (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 4:38:20 AM
How so sadly true, Gramps.
PS: I can't even remember when mine was a One Cat Household. As Ernest Hemingway said: "One cat just leads to another."
3 am (Poetry) - 2/25/2011 8:52:05 AM
Oh yes, it feels so real. I need to learn to get up and write and quit thrashing around in fury.
3 am (Poetry) - 2/25/2011 2:07:44 AM
I can definately epathize with this one as I sit here in my den from four am to now.
fee
Remembering (Poetry) - 2/15/2011 2:01:39 PM
I suppose it makes no matter,
now fifty years on. O, I think
about them now and then
not often, too much looking back
makes an old man gloomy
Still when I do think of hem
it is the hair I remember
Wow! sounds like you have terrific memories.
The years and the love are well worth it.
rege
Remembering (Poetry) - 1/24/2011 9:26:56 AM
Do you know how amazing this is? Deeper and deeper in to the realm of poetry you take us, only to emerge in awe of your pen.
Be well,
Christine
BECALMED (Poetry) - 12/30/2010 7:49:06 AM
a multifaceted journey i enjoyed reading ...
BECALMED (Poetry) - 12/23/2010 12:35:45 PM
Wow! The courage it takes to row out to sea
And let go the fear that lead us to be
too stagnant
Roads (Poetry) - 12/16/2010 7:52:40 PM
One is never far from "madness" in this world/life; and who really can define "madness"? Thank you for provoking thought, John. Love and peace,
Regis
Come, She Said. (Poetry) - 12/1/2010 12:52:26 PM
Interesting.
Come, She Said. (Poetry) - 11/25/2010 6:20:35 PM
Thanks John, now I have to get a second shower for the day, this one will be a cold one...LOL, ed
August Thoughts for AD (Poetry) - 8/17/2010 7:40:48 PM
I've enjoyed your poetry over the years, John, so it is I who says thank you. You always put a lot of thought into your poetry. I have found your poems to be of a validating nature always, and you give meaning to a postcard poet...that is such a good thing because your writing style always sends good...be well and enjoy the last of Dog Days. Blessed Be.
Love,
Sage
August Thoughts for AD (Poetry) - 8/16/2010 9:28:07 PM
A milestone indeed with more to come in the future and I for one look forward to reading...
Be always safe,
Karen
August Thoughts for AD (Poetry) - 8/16/2010 5:44:34 PM
8 years is a very short time in the grand scheme of things, lets see you keep posting another 8 or more...you would be missed if you didn't...ed
August Thoughts for AD (Poetry) - 8/16/2010 2:35:07 PM
Congratulations, John, on eight years of poetry. Don't always get to read, but when I do, I am moved. Thank you.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
'morning, sun (Poetry) - 8/15/2010 9:18:18 AM
A most uplifting sharing, John. Thank you. Love and peace to you,
Regis
until the voices stop (Poetry) - 8/8/2010 7:37:45 AM
we wait or just move on into the depths of roaring silence ...
excellent work, john ...
Great Lakes Thunderstorm (Poetry) - 8/5/2010 10:56:03 AM
another beauty john. i think today is the first day i've read you. glad i did. great to peak behind unopened doors.
until the voices stop (Poetry) - 8/5/2010 10:53:24 AM
Excellent poetry!! All of it right on point.
Making It Through (Poetry) - 8/3/2010 12:33:23 AM
Very good work, John
Making It Through (Poetry) - 8/2/2010 8:07:52 AM
So you traveled that road that is rarely traveled & came through with colors that fly brightly & then you rub it in that you did it so well to those of us who can't go there...how rude...LOL, Ed
Great Lakes Thunderstorm (Poetry) - 7/31/2010 7:28:51 AM
I love to watch as storms roll in. You painted a descriptive stormy picture.
Peace,
Dayvid
Great Lakes Thunderstorm (Poetry) - 7/31/2010 7:22:27 AM
Wow, you just reminded me once more of those long forgotten Michigan thunderstorms. Great reading you once more as always John. Actually they frighten me. peace and blesings Mikii
Great Lakes Thunderstorm (Poetry) - 7/31/2010 4:57:44 AM
i live the highest condo in The Bronx, and can see the entire area including long island, westchester, and queens ... when the thunderstorms roll in its some sight ... excellent poem, John ... good to read you again ...
Great Lakes Thunderstorm (Poetry) - 7/30/2010 8:03:41 PM
Sounds a bit like the storms off the coast on NJ...I do love storms over the water & when I was young and knew I would live "forever", I used to walk in the water, just up to the tops of my feet and feel the electrical current from the lightening that hit the ocean further out...chills was not the word for it...ed
Great Lakes Thunderstorm (Poetry) - 7/30/2010 5:53:11 PM
I love this, John. It reminds me of the fierce summer storms of northern Alberta when I was a child. The thunder literally shook the small house we lived in. Thunderstorms are few and far between out here on the west coast. Love and peace to you,
Regis
The Imp (Poetry) - 7/18/2010 4:20:10 PM
And what were you smoking when you wrote this one, John...? I think it says it all in the last two lines and you are just jealous that someone HAS hair...;-) e
The Imp (Poetry) - 7/17/2010 5:20:45 PM
This is terrific! Wise words and wit~
Blessings,
Christine
The Imp (Poetry) - 7/17/2010 6:33:42 AM
Yes, we all have an Imp and you have given him the perfect name.
Donna
Roads (Poetry) - 7/16/2010 12:17:23 PM
how often our minds take day-trips...don't always make it a round trip...back to where? a definitely good re-reader
Roads (Poetry) - 7/15/2010 7:30:48 AM
Closer than half a step, I'd say, but then again how close to madness are we all...& I know for sure that I do exist as if I stink, therefore I am...;-) Enjoyed herein your closing in on madness...Ed
a conscious stream (Poetry) - 7/3/2010 11:52:38 AM
AND IT DOES ON AND ON UNTIL ONE REALIZES...THERE IS ONLY 'ONE' THING REAL...ONLY 'ONE'. WELL DONE AND ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE AND BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
a conscious stream (Poetry) - 7/3/2010 8:31:18 AM
Well written piece, John
a conscious stream (Poetry) - 7/3/2010 6:27:35 AM
I never realized how many things are 'numbered'. Good thinking.
Donna
In Memorium (Poetry) - 6/30/2010 3:34:37 AM
Very well expressed, John
In Memorium (Poetry) - 6/29/2010 9:45:25 PM
Just have faith and it will come, but never give up...
Be always safe,
Karen
In Memorium (Poetry) - 6/29/2010 5:12:33 PM
Love your poem! Writing the failures still occupies and pleases restless hands though ~ at least my beginner ones!!
Namaste,
Christine
In Memorium (Poetry) - 6/29/2010 5:03:19 PM
Yes. Back to the drawing board as it were; thank you, John. Love and peace to you,
Regis
In Memorium (Poetry) - 6/29/2010 4:54:56 PM
I have had many starter poems, that never materialized further, Ed
The Ballast of Eden [[[State of Being]]] challenge (Poetry) - 5/28/2010 7:02:55 AM
I never got into fishing as a youngster, as I had boats to play in & my dad had a big 48 foot sports fisherman that I used to captain when I got older...I only saw the down side of the sport, when the fisherman that rented the boat for the day only got drunk and almost fell overboard and acted poorly, I would have to help them, so fishing meant to me, from what I saw, getting drunk...not my idea of a sport, though that was the 60's & 70's, a different time...ed
The Ballast of Eden [[[State of Being]]] challenge (Poetry) - 5/27/2010 8:05:36 PM
John,
What a delightful state of Being, I enjoyed your creation, nicely done, I felt as though it were a fable of some kind fisherman...Lovely!
Peace, love and light,
Amber "V"
The Ballast of Eden [[[State of Being]]] challenge (Poetry) - 5/27/2010 7:46:25 PM
A most intriguing challenge State of Being, John! I would expect this from you! I love the familial references and the generational twist, fathers and sons is an awesome merge here in this poetry, and Father's Day isn't too far away. The schooner plot here really brings the visual out! The stones and the fish go so well here too...it's almost like a biblical telling Bob Dylan string of lyrics at its best! Wonderful is The Ballast of Eden...be well...Blessed Be.
Love,
Sage
Poetic Justice (Poetry) - 5/26/2010 9:02:21 PM
This piece is really fun! Great twist at the end. Poetic justice for sure!
Peace,
Dayvid
Poetic Justice (Poetry) - 5/26/2010 8:13:46 AM
How did you know I knew Carey and she poured that beer down my crotch, or maybe it was another Carey and the above in another time & place...e
Poetic Justice (Poetry) - 5/26/2010 5:56:27 AM
This is a beautiful tale of poetic justice. You are a fabulous writer!
Christine
Poetic Justice (Poetry) - 5/26/2010 4:59:51 AM
I just love poetic justice! Nicely done John, I enjoyed this!
Peace, love and light,
Amber "V"
The Feral Ones (Poetry) - 5/7/2010 4:31:41 PM
interesting poem ... i like the tone anchor character of it ...
Fences (Poetry) - 5/1/2010 3:18:41 PM
Too true everywhere today it seems...my other half wants to buy a house with 18 acres around it, ostensibly for a horse farm, but far enough from neighbors that we cannot be bothered by...Ed
Fences (Poetry) - 5/1/2010 11:12:23 AM
Such an apt, timely, and meaningful write, John. This is the same theme that I have expressed in my poem posted here at AD entitled, "No One Touches You." Check it out and see if you agree. You have reminded me once again to be thankful that I do not have to reside in a subdivision. Thank you. Love and peace,
Regis
Fences (Poetry) - 5/1/2010 8:47:14 AM
These high fences are indicative of our highly individualistic times. There is little inter-connectedness or interdependency. And this leads to demands of individual rights and the breakdown of society in general. Caring for each other builds healthy societies.
Okay...enough philosophical talk. You stimulated good thought!
Peace,
Dayvid
Dawn Patrol (Poetry) - 4/23/2010 4:43:31 AM
Seems most of Nature is ignored by most of man's world, tis a shame, as it is all so beautiful...Ed
Dawn Patrol (Poetry) - 4/23/2010 2:17:24 AM
Excellent work, John
Dawn Patrol (Poetry) - 4/22/2010 5:55:28 PM
I could visualize what you see and what a beautiful piece to share...
Be always safe,
Karen
Dawn Patrol (Poetry) - 4/22/2010 4:50:49 PM
Man ought to pay a lot more attention to the ways of nature. Thank you, John. Love and peace,
Regis
Osprey calls my name (Poetry) - 4/10/2010 9:42:18 PM
Lovely sentiments; I can feel your yearning for the north country. I can relate. That's where I was born and spent most of my childhood. Love and peace to you, John,
Regis
Osprey calls my name (Poetry) - 3/30/2010 8:41:32 AM
Truly there is no place like home. Beautiful longing.
Osprey calls my name (Poetry) - 3/26/2010 5:18:22 AM
I hear ya, bro' & the osprey as well...e
When Poets Die (Poetry) - 3/5/2010 8:00:16 AM
Well said, John, well said.
Cheers,
Dan
When Poets Die (Poetry) - 3/3/2010 12:04:12 AM
...TO BORROW A WELL KNOWN DECLARATION(WITH A SLIGHT TWIST)...POETS DON'T DIE, JOHN...THEY JUST FADE AWAY. A LOVELY ODE...DONE WELL.
THANKS FOR SHARING AND GOD BLESS. LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
metemorphosis (Poetry) - 3/1/2010 3:17:53 PM
Nice to read different aspects of thinking by you poets, even you John means your mind is active and working fine.
When Poets Die (Poetry) - 3/1/2010 3:16:42 PM
We can all leave a legend in our lives, if only to our families and friends and neighbors. I hope I don't get non remembered when I die, I want to be remembered for the goods I tried to do in my life.
When Poets Die (Poetry) - 3/1/2010 3:14:37 PM
As Lin said below, you definitely speak the truth, but as long as other poets remember the passed one, then his/her words go on forever...good to see ya, John...Ed
When Poets Die (Poetry) - 3/1/2010 2:36:08 PM
Poignant thoughts resonating through time...
Be always safe,
Karen
When Poets Die (Poetry) - 3/1/2010 1:37:24 PM
Indeed! You speak truth, John. We are only here to be voices while we live or as long as someone may even hear. Is anyone listening?
Blessings, Lin
Death be Damned (Poetry) - 2/11/2010 2:26:31 AM
Great poem,I enjoy reading it.take care
Death be Damned (Poetry) - 2/8/2010 12:41:47 PM
I appreciate this perspective, John. I find it empowering. Love and peace,
Regis
Death be Damned (Poetry) - 2/8/2010 11:11:26 AM
Decree of Oath Death be Damned. We've got to rise up and meet our enemies daily to have lived, John. Defending our honor and of those we love and regard hightly means fighting to the end, this also means fighting disease and illness. Without the warrior spirit, we're doomed...a good oath to decoupauge on an old piece of wood and varnish to hang on your wall as a reminder...be well...Blessed Be
Love,
Sage
it was strange (Poetry) - 1/18/2010 8:41:46 PM
Like always you inspired me.....thank you!!
You are such a great poet!!
Love Tinka
it was strange (Poetry) - 9/19/2009 4:18:02 AM
Loved this John! You have a wonderful gift!
With Love,
Cindy
it was strange (Poetry) - 9/18/2009 11:00:11 PM
...IT WAS NEVER YOU...IT'S ALWAYS BEEN 'HIM' AND NOW THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO ACCEPT THAT..YOU CAN RELAX AND LET THE 'CAPTAIN' DO WHAT HE EXCELLS AT...STEER THE BOAT. BEAUTIFUL WORK! ENJOYED AND THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Wondring (erotic) (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 11:56:35 AM
Wonderful writing dear man...enjoyed very much...stay safe..and well...Hugsss
Wondring (erotic) (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 4:13:20 AM
Great write John
Know that feeling all too well
Bones joint ain't what they used to be
Peace be with you
William
The Green Man and the Priest (Poetry) - 9/15/2009 1:58:50 PM
This is wonderful poetry. The first stanza was particularly effective and drew me in completely. There's a Druid-flavor that spices this piece in a very satisfying way. The imagery is clear and evocative to all the senses.
Wondring (erotic) (Poetry) - 9/14/2009 12:47:31 PM
I like the simple honesty of this blended with the naked truth, pardon the pun.
Fee
my windblown days are gone (Poetry) - 5/18/2009 3:48:27 PM
We who are hairless can empathize but when I started losing my hair and decided to shave my head completely...I realized another door opened for now I could feel even the smallest cool breeze on a hot summer day...
fee
my windblown days are gone (Poetry) - 5/18/2009 11:59:01 AM
Don't let that EDitor/narrator get to you, ED's get to everyone, I even get to myself...do I have any idea what herein I say...do you...? e
She Stands to be Ridden (Poetry) - 5/4/2009 6:33:40 PM
Facts of life so well expressed....
Be always safe,
Karen
The Green Man and the Priest (Poetry) - 4/25/2009 7:54:21 AM
Poetically irreverent and scandalously free! This poem will excommunicate the prim and proper ideas of priesthood...make it alive "singing a drunken office to the sound of a broken reed, affirming life, riotous life...abundant joy in breathing."
Cynthia
to be a poet ... (Poetry) - 4/15/2009 3:29:05 PM
Very fine work, John. Saved!
to be a poet ... (Poetry) - 4/6/2009 8:48:44 AM
"As the poet write more poetry it seems that the motivation, and the motive become more complex"
Very true indeed sir poet...Ed
The Green Man and the Priest (Poetry) - 4/4/2009 7:02:23 PM
Not enough superlatives to praise this write. Fantastic, John...
The Green Man and the Priest (Poetry) - 4/4/2009 3:28:02 PM
Oh my goodness John what a green(ery) religous(ery) unrooting(ery)! Lol Been a while since last I read your work and oh my how you have progressed to writing more! YEA! Good to see you, well I mean see your work again!
Nicole
Afghanistan (Poetry) - 4/1/2009 9:53:05 AM
May the civilized world unite with your Country's heroes and end the antiquated evil beliefs and discriminatory ways of the foces of evil in Afghanistan.
Miller
Wolf Wind Winter -- 2 (Poetry) - 2/19/2009 7:29:13 AM
This poem has such symmetry yet a full spectrum of action and emotions. Very nicely done, John. Eileen
Wolf Wind Winter -- 2 (Poetry) - 2/19/2009 5:47:17 AM
roll in the snow,
be one with the wolf
I agree, and my dogs always teach me that!
Wolf Wind Winter -- 2 (Poetry) - 2/19/2009 3:45:25 AM
John,
Brrrr. After reaching nearly 80 degrees yesterday, the bite of the Wolf Wind Winter leaves me chilled. Excellent imagery and write; well done!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Wolf Wind Winter -- 2 (Poetry) - 2/18/2009 9:47:37 PM
Such a beautiful pack of thoughts, John, you know, I love when a poet can use "body language" to convey a feeling of special importance in the seasons of nature, and you did just that. Yes, let's rejoice...wonderful and felt deep within the soul, John...have a great howl...I can feel the silver-tipped guard hairs raising...be well.
Love,
Sage
Wolf Wind Winter -- 2 (Poetry) - 2/18/2009 6:38:27 PM
Keep him out your way, don't send that wolf to NJ...e
Sunset on the Western Front (Poetry) - 2/17/2009 3:10:22 AM
Magnificent poem,very powerful writing,take care
Edwin
Sunset on the Western Front (Poetry) - 2/16/2009 7:51:51 PM
An outstanding write John
Thanks for sharing
Peace be with you
William
Sunset on the Western Front (Poetry) - 2/16/2009 1:57:38 PM
Wars haven't changed and never will as this is as honest a statement of fact from WWI as it is today in Iraq...ed
Sunset on the Western Front (Poetry) - 2/15/2009 4:33:07 PM
John,
In the title, did you mean Sunset? Or the sin of war setting on man, yet again? Those that forget history, it's been said, are condemned to repeat it. POWERFUL sharing, how soon we forget!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
world without end (Poetry) - 1/9/2009 6:59:18 PM
Your sentiments are well understoon and shared as my family also goes way back marching to the beat....
Be always safe,
Karen
world without end (Poetry) - 1/9/2009 6:06:14 PM
I agree with Mikii. Bravo. Liz
world without end (Poetry) - 1/9/2009 8:58:57 AM
I couldn't have said it better than the reviewer below me, Mr. Bennett Hooper, but here goes. War is dehumanizing and I think too that idealist thinking is just a bad, for it is not based on reality; and oh the losses we all experience by wars for any reason.
In respect, J'nia
world without end (Poetry) - 1/9/2009 8:46:26 AM
Dear John as long as men cling to illusions rather than the reality of humanity's greatest gift which is love our wars will unending go on. My heart lies with the soldiers who fight for the unattainable. A provoking write my friend. Peace, and blessings. In gratitude forever for your caring and sharing. "Mikii"
world without end (Poetry) - 1/9/2009 7:18:27 AM
My Daddy, my Daddy's four brothers, my Mom's eldest brother, my cousins, my brother, as well as myself joined that long line of marching men. And as long as there are those who would kill us in our sleep, in our tranquility, more men (and women) will join that long, sad line. It's when that conveyor belt of humanity comes marching home, having served, a conveyor belt of heroes ... when it snaps, promises made are suddenly forgotten. No wonder the patches ... I know.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
world without end (Poetry) - 1/9/2009 7:06:06 AM
As well it never ends...ed
Raise a Glass (Poetry) - 1/4/2009 2:05:35 AM
I enjoy reading this poem,Happy B lated new year to you.Wishing you all the best,take care
Edwin
The Grinch in the Soul (Poetry) - 1/3/2009 8:46:23 AM
VERY Good. My sentiments exactly and your way of expressing these truths stimulate in me a joy which surpasses all adversity. Well done. Love the" you've got trouble, they've got trouble, we've got trouble." lines. Reminiscent of " there's trouble in Denmark, and there's trouble in Denver city. Way cool.
Cheers J'nia
Raise a Glass (Poetry) - 1/2/2009 6:47:52 AM
And wishing you a very happy new year, John.
Raise a Glass (Poetry) - 1/1/2009 8:40:24 AM
Enjoyable write. And, may I say here a big thank you to you for reading and reviewing my poem Incongruity. I'm glad you liked it.
Blessings J'nia
Raise a Glass (Poetry) - 12/31/2008 8:37:59 PM
Cheers and all the best for you and yours in the days, weeks, and months to come.
fee
It's the Wind (Poetry) - 12/31/2008 8:28:47 PM
I hear its restlessness in these lines, John, wish I'd written this. Well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Raise a Glass (Poetry) - 12/31/2008 8:28:01 PM
Slainte, my friend, slainte! Happy New Year, may 2009 be kinder than 2008 was.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
The Grinch in the Soul (Poetry) - 12/27/2008 4:15:47 PM
I agree, people are waaaay too uptight- i love snow, we've had ALOT, and their is so much magic in snow, childhood and belief in things getting better, enjoyed your poem.
The Grinch in the Soul (Poetry) - 12/26/2008 6:16:50 PM
Guess i won't be finding any answers this year, as so far, no snow, only a helluva alot of rain...but if you find any, let me know will ya, answers that is...E & R
The Grinch in the Soul (Poetry) - 12/26/2008 9:35:49 AM
MERRY CHRISTMAS john!!
Oops too late but take it anyways!!
Love Tinka
The Grinch in the Soul (Poetry) - 12/26/2008 1:41:51 AM
I was a grinch, but not now; am full of Christmas Joy; have been for the past several days! MERRY CHRISTMAS; hope yours was good! Mine was! :)
(((HUGS))) and much love, your (former grinchly) friend, Karen Lynn in Texas. :D
The Grinch in the Soul (Poetry) - 12/25/2008 7:18:48 PM
Delightful, John, no quicker way to get rid of the Grinchies than to play in the snow, be a child again! Well done!
(((HUGS))) and love, and Merry Christmas!, Karla.
fear and greed (Poetry) - 12/25/2008 7:07:47 AM
Hello John,
These are words full of meaning, and impact. Lives have been lost because of the greed of many, and some are "still falling down."
"Those who love money never have money enough, and those who love wealth are never satisfied with their income."
(Ecclesiastes 5:10)
Cynthia
Anticipation -- Advent 08 (Poetry) - 12/23/2008 11:08:59 PM
You kept the anticipaption coming well, time to put the baby in the manger!! Lovely :)
Anticipation -- Advent 08 (Poetry) - 12/22/2008 2:42:01 PM
It's coming, it's coming and soon we can all revel in heaven's ectasy........
Be always safe,
Karen
Anticipation -- Advent 08 (Poetry) - 12/22/2008 12:37:03 PM
When it gets here, let me know, will ya...? e
Anticipation -- Advent 08 (Poetry) - 12/22/2008 9:04:16 AM
Love the playfulness of these lines and the excited dance with hope and rhythm. ANTICIPATION--ADVENT 08 sings of the greatest gift of all: "a day of release" from all the negativities that holds us back from being our Highest Better Selves. Much gratitude for the splendid read,
Aberjhani
Anticipation -- Advent 08 (Poetry) - 12/22/2008 7:36:16 AM
The buildup is intense ... looking for signs ... some dark ... and yet, the old will pass away ... so hope in these lines. Very well penned, John.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Flat Land Blues (Poetry) - 12/22/2008 7:13:06 AM
...Ever learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Your poem is brilliant. kgcummings... Kathy
Flat Land Blues (Poetry) - 12/16/2008 7:48:53 AM
As it was in the days of Noah ... powerful reminder, John. Well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Flat Land Blues (Poetry) - 12/16/2008 2:51:43 AM
An excellent work.I enjoy reading it,take care
Edwin
Flat Land Blues (Poetry) - 12/14/2008 3:56:13 AM
A long way of saying, "The end is nigh..." (now on my part, lets get high) e
Flat Land Blues (Poetry) - 12/13/2008 9:58:01 PM
Bravo,John! I think we're getting close to hitting bottom,so that maybe the world we knew will once again round out, or perhaps when we hit ,it will finally be the end...Excellent write!
Eileen
The Blues of November (Poetry) - 12/11/2008 5:59:48 PM
Hello John,
Very dreary November poem - so vividly gloomy. I was born in November 17th but our November months here are brisk and sunny, full of excitement because it is the month before Christmas and the month when bonuses and cash incentives pour out on the paychecks, so it is the most hectci month for SHOPPING. What a stark contrast from the other side of the globe, on the same time frame!
CYNTHIA
The Blues of November (Poetry) - 12/11/2008 5:51:44 PM
Ah, the prelude to the sleeping winter is close at hand....
Be always safe,
Karen
Poet and Red Mule --- Chapter 66 (Poetry) - 12/11/2008 1:14:09 PM
Short, precise, and powerful. Love the concept and the execution.
Aberjhani
Afghanistan (Poetry) - 11/12/2008 9:59:07 PM
Excellent- we should all remember our friends in Canada who fought and died with our men many many times.
Afghanistan (Poetry) - 11/12/2008 7:49:13 AM
If we had no wars, we wouldn't need to separate family from family...total peace is the ONLY answer...ed
Afghanistan (Poetry) - 11/11/2008 8:09:27 PM
God bless ALL who serve their Nation - beautifully penned rememberance of sacrifices made/paid on behalf of men and women in the military! You honor Canada's finest with lines of historical significance. Well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Afghanistan (Poetry) - 11/11/2008 4:13:35 PM
Well done and as a Canadian from Halifax with many friends and family in the Armed Forces this one had special meaning to me.
fee
Afghanistan (Poetry) - 11/11/2008 2:23:57 PM
John, we salute the Canadians in Afghanistan, and hope
they'll be home soon. -gebe.
The Wheel Chair (Poetry) - 11/10/2008 8:27:43 PM
The scars of history are carried each and every day...it is no wonder we still battle the craziness of its aftermath...
nice work...
Art Sun....
The Wheel Chair (Poetry) - 11/8/2008 5:41:58 PM
You "wheeled" over Karla's toes (and mine) with this powerful, heartrending poem. WOW! EXCELLENT; this needs to be showed to every government official and those in charge! Maybe then will they "Take action", give the Veterans what they're due!
Very well penned; bravo!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :(
The Wheel Chair (Poetry) - 11/8/2008 5:33:06 PM
Sacrifice by those who serve on both our minds today: for those wounded, the war does indeed go "on and on." Shame the governments won't honor promises, made to take care of them; pay them a decent, liveable wage (while increasing THEIR coffers every year); or even say, "Thank you" unless convenient. Sad. I know: I'm one of the wounded. 23 years now, fighting the VA ... thank you for penning REALITY. This is a keeper, and no, Sir, the chair doesn't offend. This needs to be screamed from every rooftop: NO MORE!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
fear and greed (Poetry) - 10/28/2008 12:19:26 PM
Splendid! Bravo, John, Bravo!
incense (Poetry) - 10/25/2008 4:01:52 PM
I just burned Nag Champa incense to get rid of the smell of a skunk coming in from outside...love incense, ed
incense (Poetry) - 10/25/2008 2:01:08 PM
Well written and yes I have a memory or two of incense in the church but for me it always seemed to be more pagaism inclined as compared to the beauty of all the flickering candles.
Fee
incense (Poetry) - 10/25/2008 11:27:01 AM
But there is Light in these fragrant lines: well done, John. I love incense. Perhaps it started being that I grew up Catholic and remembered the incense in church ... there was hope, there. Also, candles, always light to dispell the darkness. Have plenty of both. :) Adding to library, thank you!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
September observed (Poetry) - 10/14/2008 8:46:46 PM
I think it is timely, but besides that, i like how you captured the fact that September lingers through the seasons, a really effective image and word choice.
take up your cross (Poetry) - 10/10/2008 4:00:45 PM
There's a point to this write which would lend comfort to weary travelers at migration checkpoints where a priest carries a wooden cross jammed like a weapon in the belt of his cotton vestments and he says, "Migration, for me is where we really encounter the God of the Bible, (not on Authors Den) the God of Abraham, of Exodus, the great journey," where he recieves migrants seeking advice and a blessing"...
Nice write, John...
Warmly,
Sage
moonlight revelation (Poetry) - 10/9/2008 2:27:26 PM
You're giving me the creeps, John. Well done.
stellar web (Poetry) - 10/9/2008 2:22:46 PM
Well done, John. It is hard to get a poetic grasp on life, time, eternity, etc. I know, I have tried.
Two At Sea (Poetry) - 10/9/2008 2:21:05 PM
John! You have us (poets) nailed. Well said.
COYOTE (Poetry) - 10/9/2008 2:20:03 PM
I like poems about nature. We have coyotes around here (Western North Carolina) now thanks to the government's idea that they are needed to help control the deer population. They have become a pestilence to farmers and a hazard to small children and pets. I saw one the other day, must have been 80 or 90 pounds, scary size. Well done.
take up your cross (Poetry) - 10/9/2008 2:15:55 PM
I could not agree with you more, John. Too often we major on the minors in organized religion, mine (Baptist) as much as any. Well said.
COYOTE (Poetry) - 10/5/2008 7:03:00 PM
never doubt your inner instincts ... they will serve you well ...
COYOTE (Poetry) - 10/5/2008 5:22:19 AM
Enjoyed your write....John
seen some critters while driving myself
a few years ago I was driving through The Pennsylvania Turnpike
kept seen certain road kills
know knowing what they were
They were all huge dog like and blondish in color
Larger then German shepherds
I was left wondering what were they
I never stopped to investigate
could they have been a government program gone array,
an attempt of transplanting wolves in the area????
One never knows do one????
Peace be with you
William
Two At Sea (Poetry) - 9/28/2008 8:23:22 PM
An excellent write John
Peace be with you
William
Two At Sea (Poetry) - 9/24/2008 3:14:12 PM
Interesting comparison...
Be always safe,
Karen
Two At Sea (Poetry) - 9/24/2008 11:47:01 AM
Enjoyed this, you combined two our of three of my favorite things and offered up this sketch that catches the eye and the soul. Well done.
Fee
Two At Sea (Poetry) - 9/24/2008 10:55:34 AM
Yeah I agree Good Write
Two At Sea (Poetry) - 9/24/2008 10:10:21 AM
Oh boy you are not the only "tossed" writer...this is well penned John!!
Love Tinka
stellar web (Poetry) - 9/21/2008 1:31:49 PM
This is a very good poem,I enjoy reading it,take care
Edwin
moonlight revelation (Poetry) - 9/19/2008 2:06:08 PM
O my, indeed! I don't wanna be out under that willow tree at night. LOL! Nice poem.
moonlight revelation (Poetry) - 9/19/2008 1:52:09 PM
The woods can be a scary place especially just after sunset when the stars and moon throw such ghastly shadows and the eyes and ears want to play tricks on the imaginative ones amongst us. Well done John.
fee
moving slow (Poetry) - 9/16/2008 6:43:02 AM
This conjures up such a comfy cozy picture of the old mare plodding along in the moonlight, perhaps carrying a young couple or maybe two old drunks either way love it.
fee
moving slow (Poetry) - 9/15/2008 8:03:11 PM
Love the form, the content: delightful. Why rush through? Enjoyed this one, John, well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
moving slow (Poetry) - 9/15/2008 3:59:56 PM
Like riding the wind in a dream state, very moving...
Be always safe,
Karen
