T'was the night before Christmas (Poem on domestic violence) (Article) - 11/30/2016 1:25:29 PM
Sad but sadly so common. Some men should have no wives and certainly not children. My prayers are for all children who suffer emotionally at this festive time which is also the forerunner of couples heading for divorce in the first week of January. A poem which should be on the bill boards.
Hit the wall and not the child
Take a deep breath, don’t get riled
You were once an infant too
Carers thought the world of you
You grew up into your teens
Anger surfaced, violent scenes
Break the circle don’t be tethered
Or you find the family severed
Rid the land of Child Abuse
Banish every false excuse
See them grow up in delight
Childhood valued. Get it right.
Touch Of An Angel (Poetry) - 4/25/2023 7:20:43 PM
There are many angels out there doing their part, without them we would not see the light of day. A wonderful strong poem that speak volumes Dean. thank you
Touch Of An Angel (Poetry) - 4/21/2023 1:38:48 PM
Beautifully expressed. Nurses have a job that requires empathy. They usually go way beyond the call of duty when it comes to helping those who are ill or injured.
Ron
Touch Of An Angel (Poetry) - 4/20/2023 10:03:43 PM
They deserve all the accolade they can get. Well written.
Time to say goodbye now (Poetry) - 3/19/2023 9:27:21 AM
Brought my tears, I've had to say goodbye too many times to my dear fur babies. Wonderful poem, Dean.
Time to say goodbye now (Poetry) - 12/5/2022 8:31:34 AM
You brought a tear to my eye. That hasn't happened for a long time reading sad poems. I can see that you really were attached to him like my twin brother was to Rocky, a golden retriever and my little adoptee Pomeranian buddy, Jazz. I wrote the unfortunate story of his death, Jazz's Death and posted it here.
Still makes me wonder why we gladly euthanize our pets when they start to suffer. But, when our human loved ones reach that point, we hospitalize them to huge bills and lots of attempts to keep them alive, only to have them die anyway after suffering too long.
Ron
Time to say goodbye now (Poetry) - 12/4/2022 10:49:07 PM
This is so deep it was heart felt. Lost a dog a few years ago, I know that feeling all too well Dean. May you find comfort in the memories :)
My own internal patience (Poetry) - 10/27/2022 11:37:37 PM
I like this piece even though it brings a sense of sadness to my heart.
My own internal patience (Poetry) - 10/25/2022 2:49:13 AM
ahh i love this especially the lines everyone is a voice, my voice is internal. thank you for writing this. i have enjoyed your beautiful piece.
My own internal patience (Poetry) - 10/24/2022 7:44:20 AM
A perfect poem for making sure that we love ourselves first. That mirror may tell us that we are changing physically, but it's the attitude that needs to be freed from doubt. The more we open up to the possibilities as we change, the better off we are.
Thanks for reminding all of us who are aging. In my case, well beyond what I thought I ever would.
Ron
The Last Goodbye (Poetry) - 8/1/2022 11:47:28 AM
This is gorgeous poetry, brought my tears, Dean.
The Last Goodbye (Poetry) - 7/26/2022 9:07:32 AM
You have managed, in a single poem, to cover nearly all the metaphors used gently describe our dying. So desperately trying to avoid by so many. Kudos for that.
I will share this with partner. She needs it. For she worries about my dying every day even though I'm some distance from that eventuality that I've already well prepared for and even looking forward to.
Ron
Walls have ears (Poetry) - 7/4/2022 2:40:32 PM
Deeply touching. I feel the same about my parents' old house.
One Day I'll Be Alone (Poetry) - 2/26/2022 2:38:12 PM
Two trips through this poem, I place a yellow highlighter over these two lines: “Yearning for that one further talk/For the words they did not say” . . I love that. But even more do I love those last four lines….what a punch they pack, and yet what a glorious concept. I savor the line: “Just switch off all I own”. . wonderful! ~~ djl
The one who lost the crown (Poetry) - 2/26/2022 2:31:43 PM
Well-chosen image, even better that it is black and white. It seems you may have written this poem for the photo itself. If not, your writing expresses a keen grasp on this thing of aging. Rich with movement, ripe with understanding, painted with compassion, the lines honoring journey from ‘youthful butterfly’ to ‘…just a name.’ ~~ djl
I see my life in you (Poetry) - 2/26/2022 2:24:07 PM
Very enjoyable poem, Dean. I like the music of your poetry and how it flows along with grace. My favorite four-line stanza is: “Sunrays from the dark sky…” ~~ djl (the other Diana).
Walls have ears (Poetry) - 2/26/2022 2:19:45 PM
I like what both Ron and John said about this poem. And the wonder of how you treated this reflective writing, is that the reference can (and does) address both “The heaven and the hell” . . . worthy of a twice-through these lines of yours. Thank you ~~ djl
Walls have ears (Poetry) - 2/8/2022 10:57:59 AM
A beautifully expressed return to the place of your childhood in a poem. Describing the mundane improvements along with the fond memories of what the place meant to you then and now.
I was right there with you listening to every word. Simply beautiful.
Ron
Walls have ears (Poetry) - 2/7/2022 8:27:43 AM
A poem replete with nostalgia for a childhood home and memories of much more. Sentiments penned here that I am sure many people will be able to relate to. I remember going back to my own childhood home 50 years late, in a suburb outside of Boston. The feelings were indeed powerful and lasting. Lovely poem.
PS: Love the grainy, old photo.
This ButterFly Is Free (Poetry) - 2/5/2022 9:42:46 AM
Well expressed emotional feelings. Thanks Dean
This ButterFly Is Free (Poetry) - 1/11/2022 2:52:33 PM
Without freedom we are never who we were created to be. Precious freedom the bringer of peace and productivity. So beautifully penned.
This ButterFly Is Free (Poetry) - 1/9/2022 1:48:32 PM
Why the caged bird sings. Eventually turns into a butterfly. An interesting poem to contemplate.
Ron
This ButterFly Is Free (Poetry) - 1/7/2022 4:09:16 PM
Haha, I didn't see the final line coming about.
This ButterFly Is Free (Poetry) - 1/7/2022 11:01:49 AM
Its nice when we get to a time of our life where we answer to no one
and we decide to be kind to ourselves, and live in peace,
Lovely poem, well written, and so understood. Thank you for sharing.
Light from Torrid Rain (Poetry) - 10/19/2021 9:57:08 AM
Your words are very soothing, but the subject seems quite dark. As though there is no more hope except for rebirth.
I look at my coming death much more philosophically. As something I deserve to end the pain of a life well lived.
Ron
One Day I'll Be Alone (Poetry) - 10/8/2021 7:06:26 AM
A good reminder of what is really important in life.
One Day I'll Be Alone (Poetry) - 10/6/2021 5:58:15 PM
A great message within these lines. I hope everyone reads them!
Sandie
One Day I'll Be Alone (Poetry) - 10/5/2021 10:03:42 AM
Great verses outlining something that we all face as we age. Family and friends disappearing from our grasp before we have time to talk to them about whatever's on their mind. Some great advice at the end. Something I've thought about recently but haven't done. Get on the phone and call them all.
In my younger years I often drove way out of my way in my travels to stop and see elderly relatives that were getting more isolated with every day, some of them in nursing homes or alone in their houses. They all greeted me with great pleasure and I didn't hurry my time with them. Much wisdom comes from talking with your elders.
Ron
One Day I'll Be Alone (Poetry) - 10/5/2021 9:22:19 AM
Beautiful verse. Now that I'm older, and hopefully wiser, I can relate. I enjoyed this poem a lot. God Bless U and yours
I see my life in you (Poetry) - 9/25/2021 9:49:10 AM
There is no more satisfying and wonderful feeling
than finding your true soulmate…
Especially if it has been a long time in coming!
“Twin flames from a fire
Embers dance with fate
Rise into the night sky
Entwine with true soulmate”
A brilliant final stanza!
Diana…🌺
I see my life in you (Poetry) - 9/21/2021 10:45:43 AM
For some reason this poem seems to be more sad than joyous. The words are there, but the sentiment seems to be towards failure rather than success.
Ron
I see my life in you (Poetry) - 9/21/2021 9:12:40 AM
Finding your soulmate is 90 percemt of life,
and you have told its tale with class and style.
The one who lost the crown (Poetry) - 2/18/2021 11:17:00 AM
So deeply touching, brought tear to my eyes. Beautifully penned.
T'was the night before Christmas (Poem on domestic violence) (Poetry) - 12/11/2020 12:53:31 PM
Deeply disturbing and powerfully moving!
The very true Dark Side of Christmas and other Holidays. So heart-wrenching, Dean!
I'm truly sorry for your past suffering and pain.. I pray you and any siblings have been delivered from the trauma..
May this Christmas mark a New Beginning for you.
May the LORD flood your heart, mind and soul with His Love & Light!
Sincerely,
Rev. Rhonda
The one who lost the crown (Poetry) - 11/22/2020 2:35:37 PM
Ah, I do understand your feelings really well, and I'm sending you heart blessings dear poet, you write so eloquently well.
The one who lost the crown (Poetry) - 11/14/2020 11:09:15 AM
Ageing is inexorable but I think we can keep getting old at bay. The poem made me think of my mother (92) who was lively and bright and above all curious and interested until she was well past 80 then quite quickly seemed to lose her zest for life. Now show just sits and seldom says anything, she's just a shell.
We should all try to remember and include our older friends and relatives, knowing we careabout them can only help maintain that interest in life which I'm sure keep people alive rather than just existing.
The one who lost the crown (Poetry) - 11/11/2020 9:10:45 AM
Your poem reminds me of my 93-year-old neighbor with no children who told me that he had invited his niece to come by one weekend. When he tried to tell her about his considerable wealth that he was going to give to her, she didn't want to hear of it. And my great aunt who died at 96 in her hometown and was a cook and waitress for clubs and even a local restaurant at 93. At her funeral, only my mother and one other person attended. Both of her children had preceded her in death.
I would encourage older people, before they get too old, to reach out and interact with young people, much younger than them and help them with their lives. Avoid being alone at the end of our lives.
Ron
Blood Fued (Poetry) - 10/12/2020 1:52:22 AM
It's so sad when families being apart from each other and becoming strangers. I have a brother and siste-in-law whom I love dearly and have been missing the for several decades. They have never tried to reconcile with the family even after my parents' passing. I will always miss them.
An intriguing poem! It made me think of my brother.
Sandie
Mistakes I'll Never Change (Poetry) - 9/19/2020 10:51:59 AM
Your life in a poem! Well done. The rhyming makes it move along swiftly and brings out great meaning in your words. Like father, like son, runs through the entire passage.
A good piece that everyone should read, especially those who might have strayed away for some period unwilling to face the facts of kinship.
Ron
I'm still here (Poetry) - 8/14/2020 11:20:02 AM
A beautifully rendered self eulogy that is so sincere and everlasting that I find it rather classic compared to most poetry. The psychological viewpoint is so well presented. There will be no raucous celebration, you write. That is where the chips fall. But you will be remembered, for this poem that reaches us, one and all.
Ron
I'm still here (Poetry) - 8/14/2020 3:55:34 AM
a fine tribute
I'm still here (Poetry) - 8/13/2020 9:12:45 AM
A very unique poem.
Sandie
I'm still here (Poetry) - 8/13/2020 7:09:39 AM
Viewed from an interesting perspective. Quite an inventive poem. Enjoyed reading, eye-opening.
My eternal addiction (Poetry) - 7/7/2020 8:15:47 AM
I wouldn't add a thing to your torture by reading this poem, would I?
Ron
Forever Without Fear (Poetry) - 5/28/2020 11:12:15 AM
What a wonderful, heartfelt poem of remembrance of your love lost too soon, but still influences you through what she said and how she said it. You say is so very well.
Ron
Hearts become unpaired (Poetry) - 7/23/2019 9:19:53 PM
Its hard when we lose our love. Beautiful poem penned dear Dean. Very tender and emotional.
Hearts become unpaired (Poetry) - 7/6/2019 6:10:10 AM
Lawyers often counsel their clients that divorce is much more difficult to deal with than is death. It's at least one time when they are right.
Hearts become unpaired (Poetry) - 7/3/2019 8:28:51 AM
An appropriate word, unpaired, for this tragic but beautiful, poem of your loss.
Ron
Wanderlust with you (Poetry) - 5/6/2019 7:42:59 AM
A journey to love so beautifully crafted and effortless to read like true love, itself. What a pleasure to have tasted your poem's measure.
Ron
The Road That Leads To Nowhere (Poetry) - 9/19/2018 10:34:52 AM
Oh, I believe there are more roads to be taken, if only in our thoughts if we are physically unable to travel . These roads can be merely a favored glance toward another, traveling within their thoughts.
The Road That Leads To Nowhere (Poetry) - 9/19/2018 8:48:42 AM
The road of life can be beautiful, but it can also be treacherous. You recount both in this poem and touch on something that has began to concern me. I'm reaching the point where the road for me not only narrows, but ends. I'm not looking forward to being confined to a mere ritual of life with no adventure ahead. Let us hope that period is short.
Ron
The Wall of Memories (Poetry) - 8/4/2018 3:17:58 PM
I view the poet's words as the conscience of society. As far as the future goes, I have to hand that to the hard-nosed writers of nonfiction prose. While a poet can muse up a storm about a "fire on the moon," only scientific precision can get us there.
Ron
The Wall of Memories (Poetry) - 8/3/2018 7:41:15 PM
The sad and yet beautiful sentiment of longings is well-expressed in this poem. I feel some similarity of emotions within myself. I have seen so many relatives passed away as I grew older. I just have to accept this is the way of life we all must go through.
"The past cannot be changed
The future we can't control
So I'll live in the here and now
This same old childhood soul" - This stanza is so true, I'm still the same old childhood soul no matter what age I arrived at.
Sandie
Crimson Dress (Poetry) - 7/22/2018 8:14:17 AM
When this happens, time to leave. So sad but not hopeless if you take control of your life. This is not love, love shouldn't hurt. Just reading this brought pain to my soul. Make your plans then execute them.
Crimson Dress (Poetry) - 6/29/2018 2:50:57 PM
After reading your poem three times I've come to the conclusion that this would be a perfect two-person play. Two chairs, a single overhead light, the speaker, and the abuser sitting face to face, could increase
the impact of your words dramatically.
Cheers,
Dan
Crimson Dress (Poetry) - 6/25/2018 6:59:55 AM
Progressive therapies for woman beaters:
1. A face full of knuckles.
2. A ball bat across the nose.
3. A 357 Magnum for your repose.
Crimson Dress (Poetry) - 6/22/2018 9:32:13 AM
It's hard for a man to write from the viewpoint of a woman. But I think you've done a brilliant job in spite of what they said upon critiquing your poem. You certainly got the point across very clearly to me how some men dominate women in a very negative way.
In the second to the last stanza, I think you meant the second line to read, "it yearns to be set free."
Ron
Crimson Dress (Poetry) - 6/21/2018 8:47:32 AM
Must find a way to escape, or learn the art of defense to fight back. Staying with abusive mates only leads to bodily harm and death. Great poem of awareness!
Sandie
Crimson Dress (Poetry) - 6/21/2018 6:18:37 AM
"Yet tomorrow I will start to plan", a plan of escape. A fine poem that addresses the issues of many who suffer from domestic violence.
Master of Ruin (Poetry) - 6/20/2018 2:22:15 PM
Well written poetry Dean, I have enjoyed reading it.
Master of Ruin (Poetry) - 6/20/2018 11:43:08 AM
Good poem, and one most of us can relate to, I know I sure can. Sandie said it best.
Master of Ruin (Poetry) - 6/20/2018 7:38:10 AM
One either becomes stronger and more resilient, or they become jaded.
Master of Ruin (Poetry) - 6/20/2018 7:00:17 AM
Well, when we were young we don't always meet the right one, so many hearts are broken when we had a change of heart. It was rough whenever that happens.
Sandie
The most beautiful selfie of all (Poetry) - 6/12/2018 8:29:59 AM
What started out as something good, has become a monster with a life all its own, and we only have ourselves to blame, for our lack of control.
The most beautiful selfie of all (Poetry) - 6/11/2018 12:13:15 PM
When I stepped away from Facebook I can write so much more. Writers need to stay away from social media, it's an addiction.
Sandie
The most beautiful selfie of all (Poetry) - 6/11/2018 9:55:14 AM
The poem has a lesson about being too wrapped up in social networking. While it is great that we can chronicle ourselves throughout our lives showing how we change from year to year, it is a shame that young people are not interested so much in venturing out into the world and sharing with a find rather than only venturing out on planned journeys recorded by smart phone or pad.
Ron
When I'm Gone (Poetry) - 5/5/2018 9:00:43 PM
Your words are very touching, memories last forever long after our loved one passes on. Thanks for sharing this beautiful reminder
When I'm Gone (Poetry) - 3/30/2018 7:46:46 AM
A beautiful thought, beautifully written. I sense the song in its lyrical quality. I share the same sentiment as well. I hope that in my passing the life of those around me will be better. And that I will be on their mind's eye when things remind them of me.
Ron
When I'm Gone (Poetry) - 3/30/2018 6:58:42 AM
This is a very well done, touching and beautiful poem.
Insomniac Awakening (Poetry) - 11/25/2017 10:21:23 AM
sleep is that restful place we need deeply, you have written well of its lack
Insomniac Awakening (Poetry) - 11/24/2017 9:35:23 AM
You have beautifully described the torture of insomnia. I've had touches of it, but seem to get a full night's sleep whenever I get too far behind.
Ron
Insomniac Awakening (Poetry) - 11/24/2017 7:27:51 AM
Having a sleepless night is one thing, but insomnia is quite another. I experienced it once, and hope to never have it again.
Words we never got to say (Poetry) - 10/8/2017 6:39:14 AM
So beautifully rendered and easily understood how someone becomes a father and must both allow a son to grow and leave the nest as well as somehow express undying love without being too sentimental. I think you've done it here and anyone would love to have a poem written about them this way.
Ron
Words we never got to say (Poetry) - 10/7/2017 3:52:21 PM
A heartfelt poetic gem. I cannot fathom the loss of a child ever! Thank you for sharing.
The blaze within (Poetry) - 5/10/2017 9:35:28 AM
Hi Dean
I like your theory and rhythm, I have a suggestion for you. The 1st
verse needs a 4th line to fulfill as per= "or memory of the disavowed"
also 3rd verse= 2nd line to reverse it saying " Pushed by hand into the light, gives it a musical flare. Keep it up Pilgrim doing great
Darryl Ehlers
The blaze within (Poetry) - 5/8/2017 3:23:57 AM
BEAUTIFUL POEM!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva
The blaze within (Poetry) - 3/22/2017 5:34:32 AM
From your poem, I gather that life is a wonderful thing to experience and we shouldn't hide from it, but exalt in its light.
Rob
Nothing without you (Poetry) - 2/14/2017 11:31:48 AM
Roses are red on steroids. Cool.
Ron
T'was the night before Christmas (Poem on domestic violence) (Poetry) - 12/5/2016 8:28:42 AM
So sad. At the first sign of violent behavior in men, they should be castrated so that they will not have children to abuse and pass on their violent genes. They could then be accepted as one of the minorities that are being protected by new laws so they wouldn't be discriminated against as eunuchs.
A less draconian method would be gene therapy that would remove the violence gene soon after or before childbirth. It's the only way to stop the descendants of the likes of Genghis Khan from passing on violent behavior to their offspring.
Ron
Hourglass Angel (Poetry) - 10/5/2016 7:51:45 AM
You certainly are expressing that love's taste comes in all shapes and sizes
However, as I read I kept getting that picture of those Victorian corsets that created the very hourglass figure that you idolize at great pain to the wearer… Ouch!
Ron
Hourglass Angel (Poetry) - 10/4/2016 7:55:13 PM
Love the photo, love the title, and love the poem, as heart-felt and pure as the beauty you write about. John
Flames of summer (Poetry) - 6/15/2016 4:45:09 AM
I love this celebration of Summer...
Just wish we had some of it here in UK at the moment!
Diana....
Flames of summer (Poetry) - 6/2/2016 3:07:59 PM
Dean, you must have been visiting my little tourist beach town here in Gulf Shores. I am sitting on my back deck overlooking the Little Lagoon as I type, and it is beautiful.
I live one block off the beach on the Little lagoon they call it, had homedmade fresh speckled trout (caught off my pier) po boys last night.
Some call this 'Paradise Island' as a nickname.
Dan
Flames of summer (Poetry) - 6/2/2016 9:18:28 AM
Nothing like good old summertime better than reading a poem honoring it.
Ron
Flames of summer (Poetry) - 6/2/2016 5:56:40 AM
I enjoyed reading this.
Michael D.
Love Lives A While (Poetry) - 4/23/2016 11:01:50 AM
For as long as we can keep that flame alight… that is.
Ron
Love Inferno (Poetry) - 3/22/2016 11:34:40 AM
Two are hotter than one plus one?
Ron
Separate ways to go (Poetry) - 8/24/2015 10:34:44 AM
Well written enjoyable poem ...
Eternal Smile (Poetry) - 8/23/2015 1:43:12 PM
"Each day I will think of you..." and therefore her little spirit will ever rejoice and know love.
Chris
Eternal Smile (Poetry) - 8/19/2015 6:27:57 AM
"Season they will pass
Come wind, come sunshine and rain."
Yes, everything shall pass,
but its so sad to lose a baby;
keep the faith, there is hope!
Thanks for sharing, Dean!
Eternal Smile (Poetry) - 8/19/2015 5:38:56 AM
Poignant.
Ron
Hearts on Fire (Poetry) - 5/28/2015 3:24:52 PM
...yes...it's never too late and there are many options...to be awaken...inspired...motivated...using hard to ignore passion
as a guide...Thanks for sharing your verse.
Labyrinth of secrets (Poetry) - 5/17/2015 10:16:00 AM
Beautifully designed, written poem. I see a few hidden images and stories behind the words. At 56, I also recognize many of the lyrics of the poem. In short, I am considering making this one of my top favorite poems. Well done especially your divas of the dance floor... soon become the strange. Inspired. Best wishes ShyPoet1
Hearts on Fire (Poetry) - 5/11/2015 1:07:52 PM
Yes, whatever opens our wings and it's into a boundaryless sky. Lovely!
Blessings,
Christine
Hearts on Fire (Poetry) - 5/11/2015 5:16:06 AM
There's always a new day, as long as we have the passion to take it on. I love the way this fiery poem looks forward. Kudos.
Ron
Hearts on Fire (Poetry) - 5/10/2015 3:53:25 PM
Let's hear it for a new day! Yesss!
Cut Me Loose (Poetry) - 12/23/2014 6:27:10 PM
I let go, when they find me not interesting no more. They let go more easily. I've given up, really on finding another, it surely isn't worth all the trouble and heartbreak. Can relate here too.
Cut Me Loose (Poetry) - 12/15/2014 2:47:12 PM
Beautiful and touching. An excellent write.
Michael D.
Cut Me Loose (Poetry) - 12/15/2014 11:34:09 AM
A poem most of us can relate to. Well written as always.
Cut Me Loose (Poetry) - 12/15/2014 11:14:20 AM
"The past cannot be altered
The future is not here."
That's so true, Dean! Thank for sharing!
Cut Me Loose (Poetry) - 12/14/2014 12:37:12 PM
True for so many relationships. Reads like a country song.
Ron
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 11/4/2014 3:59:59 PM
very interesting poem ...
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/19/2014 4:05:17 AM
Wonderful sediments wrapped up into a neatly packaged poem! Yes, I loved to swing as well, I loved the chutes and ladders but nothing made me smile more than the sand pile. Where did the sand piles go? Who knows?
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/16/2014 4:12:10 PM
10-16-2014:
Whole Idea Is To Never Grow
Old In Your Mind!!
TRASK...
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/14/2014 4:31:58 AM
We have a large old fountain in the town square
where people still toss in coins.
It has been restored again and again
I finally tossed in a coin
in hopes the restorations never end.
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/13/2014 5:43:23 PM
Yes, sir, me TOO...my home town is hardly at all recognizable anymore...-e-
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/13/2014 7:17:22 AM
This poem is wonderful! Reminds me of how I feel every time I travel back to NH. Thank you for sharing.
Kathy J Parenteau
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/13/2014 6:41:09 AM
Wonderful poem this is, it's talking to me;
besides, it gives life to the saying,
"No place like home" Well done Dean!
Yesterday In Youth (Poetry) - 10/13/2014 5:57:41 AM
I enjoyed reading this poem. I was reliving my own memories as I read.
Michael D.
Forever Burning Light (Poetry) - 7/13/2014 11:18:55 AM
Fine poem - especially liked last 2 stanzas
AKA ShyPoet1
Blinded by Emotions (Poetry) - 7/13/2014 11:12:49 AM
Fantastic, deep, very well written poem.
Man - you really have a way with words.
-- "A nameless flame that burned me."
-- "Mysterious yet familiar
A face that had no name"
-- "Emotions that caused an aura"
-- "Inferno in full flight"
Truly amazing...
AKA ShyPoet1
Open Road (Poetry) - 6/17/2014 3:41:08 PM
Yes, I know this road. Makes me think of Robert Frost's road less traveled....
No doubt, a necessary journey....
Well done
Lonely sea of nothing (Poetry) - 6/17/2014 3:34:45 PM
A deeply felt and wonderful poem. Sad to say also, it brings back memories.
Fly Free (Poetry) - 5/27/2014 8:25:28 AM
This is Beautiful. Truly love the depth and purity of this poem.
Never Let you Down (Poetry) - 1/28/2014 7:25:12 AM
Couples who are growing older and have been together very long time, always face this dilemma. Some, like my mother, take the transition well. Others find it difficult without the support of the other. In the end, we all die alone.
You touched on a common problem we all face.
Ron
Never Let you Down (Poetry) - 1/27/2014 1:32:53 PM
1-27-2014
Your Own Death Is Inevitable-
Whole Idea Is To Keep Fond Memories
And Let Go----Find Something To
Pre-Occupy Your Mind As 2 Hands
Find Cause To Live By!
I Have 4 N D s Since Childhood-
Pray To Whoever Your God You Die
You Go To **Safer Place Than This
Evil World!
** You Will Go To Hell
Before You Ever Get To
(What You Call)Heaven!
TRASK...
Drowning in silence (Poetry) - 1/17/2014 9:40:54 AM
poem complements the photo nicely ...
Drowning in silence (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 1:21:34 PM
I love this. The photo is so fitting. Perfect.
A scarlet sea of autumn (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 9:16:45 AM
I am starting to believe you are a very poetic soul....
Masquerading Eyes (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 9:14:06 AM
Another very good poem!
Drowning in silence (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 9:13:19 AM
Like Michael, I certainly can relate to the idea of solitary sanctuary. Beautifully expressed.
Ron
Drowning in silence (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 9:12:38 AM
Wow!
Amazing poem!
Beautifully penned.
Drowning in silence (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 8:58:23 AM
I like this one and can relate.
Michael D.
Drowning in silence (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 5:56:16 AM
there is a sadness to this one
budd
Left Too Soon (Poetry) - 1/10/2014 4:56:59 AM
This is so beautiful. I think everyone on authors den can relate. Well done my friend!
Left Too Soon (Poetry) - 1/9/2014 3:09:06 PM
Words I can well understand....And so sensitively expressed.....If this is you personally, I send you peace and healing thoughts...
Best wishes,
Diana...
Left Too Soon (Poetry) - 1/9/2014 11:04:33 AM
I sense guilt in these phrases. Probably something that will outlive you.
Ron
Left Too Soon (Poetry) - 1/9/2014 8:55:45 AM
very sensitive
budd
Left Too Soon (Poetry) - 1/9/2014 8:30:05 AM
Very touching. I think we can all relate to this.
Best wishes.
Michael D.
Lifetime of Longevity (Poetry) - 12/16/2013 11:12:15 AM
Has a lovely rhythm and beauty to it right down to the song.
Ron
Arcadian Desire (Poetry) - 11/30/2013 11:03:55 PM
I was going to suggest that you take the path less traveled by
but my better half reminded me that someone had already taken that
line. Yeah, but it's such a good line. Take it anyway.
Arcadian Desire (Poetry) - 11/29/2013 7:23:16 AM
A wonderful philosophy of life expressed.
Ron
Fire of tomorrow (Poetry) - 11/26/2013 10:17:13 PM
Deep poetic thoughts inside these words. I used to feel this way but now I cannot relate. Yes, I certainly left my past behind. Thank God!
Fire of tomorrow (Poetry) - 11/25/2013 9:48:09 AM
There is something primal about this poem. When every day brought fear of the coming night and every dawn brought new opportunity to survive.
Ron
Fire of tomorrow (Poetry) - 11/25/2013 7:44:12 AM
It took me many years to deal with my past and set it straight in my mind. I'm a freer man for it.
Rose of dishonesty (Poetry) - 11/2/2013 6:19:06 PM
If beauty is one part simplicity and one part elegance, man you just nailed it. This one deserves a bit WOW!
Rose of dishonesty (Poetry) - 11/1/2013 8:10:40 AM
So descriptive of what we call the elusive nature of "love."
Ron
Rose of dishonesty (Poetry) - 11/1/2013 4:24:43 AM
That is so true. Beautiful poem.
Masquerading Eyes (Poetry) - 10/18/2013 7:12:23 AM
I can relate to this. I sailed away! Beautifully expressed.
Masquerading Eyes (Poetry) - 10/16/2013 9:15:35 AM
Worse than a 'fair weather' friend. Your poem sets the right attitude.
Ron
Until I'm in your arms again (Poetry) - 10/16/2013 6:50:46 AM
Ah- up there with the best of romantic poetry.
John
Masquerading Eyes (Poetry) - 10/16/2013 6:49:05 AM
We feel this sort of thing way before we see it- if we ever do.
And we can think people need us when they just seem to need something from us, and maybe countless others.
Well done.
John
A scarlet sea of autumn (Poetry) - 10/14/2013 6:52:25 AM
My favourite time of year! Beautiful.
Until I'm in your arms again (Poetry) - 9/12/2013 10:14:06 AM
I love the mournful longing in your poem. So much better than someone longing for someone who is dead. Still, I hope that you can get back together.
My mother needs me right now but I can't get to see her because of my circumstances and 1100 miles between us.
Ron
Until I'm in your arms again (Poetry) - 9/11/2013 6:35:45 PM
Great romantic poetic hope for future encounters. My daughter is in a long distance relationship. I hope and pray that it last...
Peace be with you,
John Michael
Open Road (Poetry) - 9/5/2013 5:14:34 PM
Open road is a poetic journey. We all travel and go from one place to another, what
We do along the way can make all the difference.. Well done Dean!
Open Road (Poetry) - 9/5/2013 7:51:14 AM
Put it on autopilot and relax. I think it's called, “retirement.”
Ron
Open Road (Poetry) - 9/5/2013 7:04:06 AM
Been down that road a few times.
It seems the rat race has many interconnections.
But the search for freedom is fun...and hazardous.
Nice thoughts.
A scarlet sea of autumn (Poetry) - 9/3/2013 8:16:00 AM
I agree with the other two reviewers. With a few words you have encapsulated all the beauty that is the coming of autumn and the signal of winter ahead. The simplicity, yet directness of your lines lead us through the process in a way that raises the emotions like September Song and other great poetry.
Ron
A scarlet sea of autumn (Poetry) - 9/2/2013 2:36:53 PM
I just love this poem. Read it to my wife, and she enjoyed it, too. Autumn is such a lovely time. It is my favorite season...a rather sad time of year, but wonderful nonetheless. Blessings to you, Dean, and thanks for entertaining us with this enjoyable piece.
Escape from venom hand (Poetry) - 8/13/2013 5:45:38 AM
Brilliantly executed putdown. I especially like the last line.
Ron
Fading Star (Poetry) - 7/26/2013 6:55:24 AM
Wow! Thank you!
Fading Star (Poetry) - 7/26/2013 6:40:26 AM
So poignant and sweetly sad. I don't know if you know it or not, but you written a classic.
Ron
In solitude I dwell (Poetry) - 7/12/2013 10:30:54 AM
So deep, so dark and so poignant. Fantastic! I certainly hope it isn't really happening to you but just an artistic expression.
Ron
In solitude I dwell (Poetry) - 7/12/2013 5:22:42 AM
Dean,
We all need a 'corner' we can call our own to get away from life's pressures and relax. Excellent write, Dean.
Many blessings,
Linda+
This fool is not blinded (Poetry) - 5/14/2013 11:24:18 AM
I can picture quite a few of those right now.
Ron
Time to Live (Poetry) - 4/25/2013 7:52:38 AM
I'm with you. There's no use wasting time. Now is the time for us to live and we better get at it.
Ron
Time to Live (Poetry) - 4/24/2013 5:18:03 AM
very well written words to read and enjoy
budd
The Beauty That Was You (Poetry) - 4/18/2013 5:38:15 AM
Dean,
So beautiful. May she always be with you in spirit.
Many blessings,
+Linda
The Beauty That Was You (Poetry) - 4/5/2013 9:53:18 AM
a very wonderful tribute to your love
budd
Hidden Secret of the heart (Poetry) - 3/12/2013 10:19:04 AM
Such is the indiscreet romance. Succinct, but powerfully written. The images remain long after reading.
Ron
A sad Goodbye (Poetry) - 1/29/2013 12:02:51 PM
That is good advice by Trask. Take it and don't leave it.
Ron
A sad Goodbye (Poetry) - 1/28/2013 2:15:39 PM
1-28-2013:
Now Turn Around Walk Away
And DO NOT LOOK BACK!!
TRASK....
Unselfish happiness (Poetry) - 12/2/2012 8:20:49 AM
A really nice sentiment. Nicely written, too.
Ron
Rescued from the darkness (Poetry) - 11/22/2012 9:11:31 AM
What a way to go! And to see the light!
Ron
Splinters of Insanity (Poetry) - 8/21/2012 2:05:46 PM
It hurt to read of such pain. Truly from the heart and heart touching. Love the message of hope at the end.
Splinters of Insanity (Poetry) - 8/15/2012 10:24:53 AM
I can feel the emotion in this poem spilling over…
Ron
Splinters of Insanity (Poetry) - 8/15/2012 5:41:38 AM
"Shard of broken memories evolve to something new", thus God needs to be praised even for such a great blessing!
Splinters of Insanity (Poetry) - 8/15/2012 4:45:33 AM
a poem we can all relate to...for we've all experienced this splinter at least once. thanks asa
Splinters of Insanity (Poetry) - 8/15/2012 4:09:06 AM
Well penned with strong emotion.
Donna
Born to escape (Poetry) - 7/11/2012 11:24:43 AM
An uplifting, inspiring message to the reader. Makes you want to get up, charge out and do something.
Ron
Born to escape (Poetry) - 7/11/2012 8:55:01 AM
"The future still remains!" Thank you for encouraging me!!
Poisoned heart (Poetry) - 6/29/2012 11:02:47 AM
All too sad for the heart that refuses to be healed! Wonderful poem!
Poisoned heart (Poetry) - 6/18/2012 6:28:50 AM
its good that you can 'see' vicious intent. thanks
asa
Poisoned heart (Poetry) - 6/16/2012 12:44:53 PM
A very perceptive viewpoint.
Ron
Poisoned heart (Poetry) - 6/16/2012 9:36:19 AM
Well penned and sage.
Poisoned heart (Poetry) - 6/16/2012 2:34:47 AM
Dean,
Love is the only answer to a heart in pain, you express the quandry very well.
Budd
Why I let you go (Poetry) - 6/5/2012 4:27:00 AM
bitter and sweet...the necessary residues of one-sided love. thanks for share
asa
Why I let you go (Poetry) - 6/3/2012 6:57:27 PM
Love almost always means letting go. Such a true write
Pierre
Why I let you go (Poetry) - 6/3/2012 8:25:02 AM
Truly about letting go. I felt like I was experiencing it all over again.
Ron
Tree of Destiny (Poetry) - 5/28/2012 7:59:18 AM
Trees, they say, are the architecture of the planet. They are havens for wildlife and man when they get together and form a wood. Hope they don't turn your neck of the woods into a concrete jungle, Dean!
Wrath of nature (Poetry) - 5/28/2012 7:56:24 AM
The mighty power of the sea is captured well in this tempestuous poem.
First-time reader of your poetry, Dean! Isn't Sweden great! bra!
Wrath of nature (Poetry) - 5/17/2012 12:50:54 PM
TO 'COME THROUGH' THE STORM OF LIFE...IS NOT A LITTLE THING BY FAR. WELL DONE AND ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Wrath of nature (Poetry) - 5/16/2012 10:56:38 AM
This is not a “sonnet so dull.” Rather, it tells us what to expect in a storm to come.
Ron
Unfair Expectations (Poetry) - 3/27/2012 9:41:19 AM
We love what we love. It's one of the great truths of life.
Unfair Expectations (Poetry) - 3/26/2012 6:22:41 AM
Just as the elderly are a source of great wisdom, youth provide us with the fearless plunge into the unknown future. I see so many parents who think they can control the outcome their children will be. It is sad. My parents but no shackles on me, and I exceeded even my own expectations and my father died, very proud of me. Thanks for pointing this out to so many parents out there who think they can mold their child's destiny.
Ron
Class War (Poetry) - 3/25/2012 3:39:26 AM
Deeply felt rendering of a universal truth. Something that I find increasingly hard to accept at a time when awareness is needed.
Axilea
Class War (Poetry) - 3/20/2012 9:46:43 PM
the sun does shine on us all but so many are blind. thanks for sharing.
asa
Class War (Poetry) - 3/19/2012 11:40:04 AM
Oh well. People who have a problem with somebody not looking sharp on the outside shows a lot of their own not so pretty inside. In other words: it's their problem, not ours. :)
Class War (Poetry) - 3/18/2012 8:01:45 AM
But the financially fittest–they shall run…
Ron
Open Road (Poetry) - 3/2/2012 2:33:05 PM
I love the road and poems about the road. However, there's more to this poem then a road trip–much more.
Ron
Autumn arrives (Poetry) - 2/25/2012 12:02:39 PM
I agree 100% Autumn is the most beautiful season. Your poem does it justice.
