A Way With Words (Book) - 12/10/2006 4:29:26 AM
Simply stunning. I wish you great success.
Worlds Inside The Head (Book) - 1/8/2005 4:08:17 PM
Beautiful poem!!!
And a great concept with the CDR. Maybe you could take one of the illustrations and post it on this page too....
Way to go!
Cheryl
P.S. Check out the info on BookAdz.com....you may be interested.
Quickies (Book) - 8/17/2002 4:16:48 PM
enjoyed the excerpt
Spiders and Gliders (Book) - 8/4/2001 4:45:12 PM
"Spiders and Gliders" by Sara Russell is a sci-fi electronic novel that breaks new ground in both plot and delivery. Set in the future where Europe has become a left-wing confederation, the tale follows the adventures of the glamourous, Dutch spy, Hannie Peters. The antagonist, Greyston Powell, is a multi-faced villian -- literally -- one not met in any other novel, for he wears a visor which displays various holographic faces.
But the unique attributes of this book goes far beyond imaginative writing. The Kedco Studios CD ROM format has provided this author a showcase for her many talents. Russell not only penned the novel itself, but also created the artwork and background music. Rarely has an artist been able to flesh out a story so completely by creating not only a fictional universe, but also clothing her creation with visual and auditory enhancements to better reveal her world. If you like imaginative sci-fi in a sweeping format which just a decade or two ago was itself sci-fi speculation, then you must pick up "Spiders and Gliders."
A Way With Words (Book) - 6/6/2001 6:35:45 PM
Why ... a ten of course. You've just gotta go buy this one .. really ... it's beautiful!
The Perils of Drink (Short Story) - 6/19/2014 4:08:59 PM
Thank you for sharing this delightful and entertaining story, Sara. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Serial: Lorna's Shadow #1 (Short Story) - 3/15/2002 4:31:17 PM
Sara,
I had no doubt that it would be good. I've read your work before and it's always fascinating. If you possibly get a chance would you review my (bio) that is started in short stories. I've got several pages that I may post here before publication. It's all true, I just need some feed back. Thanks Again. I look forward to part two of Lorna's Shadow. :)
Janet Caldwell xoxoxoxo
How To Make An A5 Poetry Chapbook (Article) - 12/2/2012 11:09:26 PM
graet how-to, thanks, just a question: you say set margins at 10 - what scale or measurement system are you using? 10cm would be 4 inches, which sounds a bit extravagnat.
I couldn't find anything labelled "download this article" - even used "find on this page" as I'm visually impaired and might bave missed it. It oculdn't find it, either.
Once the book is printed, how is it bound? I've been tryin to get a book out for at least ten years, but a) didn't know how to set it up, b) given my vision, can't see to set up normal sized text anyway. Even if I managed it, not sure I'd be able to fold 'em in half and staple 'em together very neatly!
The most exquisite poem I have ever read is... (Article) - 2/2/2010 4:32:46 PM
Firstly, thanks for your comments Ian, Robert, Dwight and Jac...
Hi Dwight Colburn! In answer to your question, in this stanza:
Even Now
They chatter her weakness through the two bazzars
Who was so strong to love me. And small men
That buy and sell for silver being slaves
Crinkled the fat about their eyes; and yet
No Prince of the Cities of the Sea has taken her,
Leading to his grim bed.
...Here Chauras is talking about how the old men of the bazaars and slave markets are gossiping about Princess Vidya because she has consorted with a mere courtier (Chauras) and not a prince, as her father would have wished. This is underlined by:
"... and yet
No prince of the Cities of the Sea has taken her,
Leading to his grim bed."
This stanza concludes with
"Little lonely one,
You cling to me as a garment clings; my girl."
I think with those last lines, Chauras is exultant that he was the one to take Vidya's virginity, before any prince could have her - even though he knows that he will have to die for it.
And this excerpt:
"I mind the coming of wise men from towers
Where they had thought away their youth. And I, listening
Found not the salt of the whispers of my girl"
...Perhaps Chauras has been visited by priests from nearby temples, who are counselling him to prepare him for his execution (for consorting with the princess). "Wise Men" could mean either priests or prophets/seers. Whatever they said to try to comfort him, he says "And I, listening, found not the salt of the whispers of my girl..." - in other words, nothing that any magi person, poet or priest could say - would be anything like as beautiful to his ear as the voice of his beloved Vidya, whispering to him in bed. He uses the word "salt" because salt has always been as precious as any spice. Just as we might describe someone as "the salt of the earth", he has used that word as a way to savour the precious commodity of his lover's voice.
I have read the whole poem over and over. I love every word of it. :)
The most exquisite poem I have ever read is... (Article) - 1/20/2010 7:20:59 AM
Please HELP me!
I just finished reading Cannry Row and absolutely fell in love with Black Marigolds, but there are a couple stanzas I can't understand. Any insights would be much appreciated.
Even Now
They chatter her weakness through the two bazzars
Who was so strong to love me. And small men
That buy and sell for silver being slaves
Crinkled the fat about their eyes; and yet
No Prince of the Cities of the Sea has taken her,
Leading to his grim bed.
(Also this part...)
I mind the coming of wise men from towers
Where they had thought away their youth. And I, listening
Found not the salt of the whispers of my girl
If you can help me with that or know of any site that gives an indepth explination of the poem, I would surely appreciate it - thanks.
The Case for The Existence of Ghosts... (Article) - 6/10/2008 3:17:27 PM
Interesting article, Sarah. My litmus test for validity/being fake is the persons frame of mind. If there is no reason for them to manufacture and image/voice in their head, etc, I am far more inclined to believe that something may be happening.
However, if someones spouse just died say, and they are taking it particularly hard, and they have lack of sleep, and one day, BOOM, they see an apparition of their spouse, well, the mind in such a state or similar states is highly suggestible and I question the validity in such cases.
I am a twin, and I find people too ready to dismiss something as being a "creepy twin thing." However, being raised in the same environment and such, it is natural you will notice or say things at the same time.
There was one time when me and my bro were downstairs by the computer, and we said the exact same thing at the exact same time. The thing is, there was no stimulus/frame of reference whatsoever! To me, that was something that could have been a telepathic twin experience.
The most exquisite poem I have ever read is... (Article) - 7/22/2007 4:18:38 PM
absolutely, sarah, i completely agree. i discovered the poem ten years ago and since then have only shared it with three people. these are my favorite stanzas...
Even now
If my girl with lotus eyes came to me again
Weary with the dear weight of young love,
Again I would give her to these starved twins of arms
And from her mouth drink down the heavy wine,
As a reeling pirate bee in fluttered ease
Steals up the honey from the nenuphar.
Even now
My eyes that hurry to see no more are painting, painting
Faces of my lost girl. O golden rings,
That tap against cheeks of small magnolia leaves,
O whitest so soft parchment where
My poor divorced lips have written excellent
Stanzas of kisses, and will write no more.
Even now
I love long black eyes that caress like silk,
Ever and ever sad and laughing eyes,
Whose lids make such sweet shadow when they close
It seems another beautiful look of hers.
I love a fresh mouth, ah, a scented mouth,
And curving hair, subtle as a smoke,
And light fingers, and laughter of green gems.
you have excellent taste.
How To - and How Not To - Make a Literary Website (Article) - 6/14/2007 5:49:55 PM
Sara,
This is certainly valuable advice and well worth my time reading it. Thank you and I can't wait to review more of your work.
Mark
How To Make An A5 Poetry Chapbook (Article) - 7/4/2004 10:18:03 AM
This is well done Sara, I have been meaning to look at it for a while. One thing I thought of a while back (but am too idle to do of course) that people might think of is make an audio CD and sell it with a small book like this. If you use audio format a CD will take about 25 three minute recitals (plenty for one CD) but mp3 accomodates a lot more. Maybe we should do a joint article on making poetry videos...
How To Make An A5 Poetry Chapbook (Article) - 5/16/2004 12:09:54 PM
Excellent article, please send me a copy of the template for ms works, thank you!
Tips On Making Video Poetry Recitals (Article) - 11/9/2003 4:23:55 PM
Thanks for your comments, Janet and Guido... In answer to your question, Guido, I have not tried a lip sync to a poetry video with a 3D character, but have made Magix music mixes and made them dance to the music with swirling patterns in the background. Also on my latest e-book Worlds Inside The Head, I made a satirical animation of a boy band dancing about (in a silly way), for my poem "Sonnet of The Boy Band Factory"... it's about 100 frames and uses four Poser figures. There is also a music midi on the page, and they move in time with it.
Sara.
The most exquisite poem I have ever read is... (Article) - 10/6/2003 8:05:23 AM
Its great that you are drawing attention to this style of verse Sara, what we who follow the Druidic path call the bardic style. It is often mistaken for free verse but is much more difficult to write, being similar to the stressed syllable line writing of poets like Whitman, Yeats and Gerard Manley Hopkins. Thus, though not stricly scanned in the da daa da daa (or even the daa da daa da) of latin verse it takes on a musical quality when we manage to get it right, very like the "spraken und sangen" delivery of north European minstrels and bards in pre - renaissance times or the plainsong of monastic orders. But Sanskrit is the mother tongue of north European languages such as German, the Celtic tongues, Anglo Saxon and Swedish with its Scandinavian variants
Certainly should give those creative writing teachers who think "free verse" means "anything goes" food for thought.
love
Ian
The Case for The Existence of Ghosts... (Article) - 7/24/2003 11:11:09 PM
Ghosts absolutley exist and this is a terrific piece that has held my attention. Ahh, the paranormal, love it.
JC xoxoxoxo
The Case for The Existence of Ghosts... (Article) - 7/5/2003 9:27:01 AM
Hi i liked your "case" I do believe in the existance of ghosts due to family experience, 1 sister in particular, who have had different experiences none bad i may add....Good picture and excellent poem.
The Case for The Existence of Ghosts... (Article) - 7/3/2003 10:45:12 PM
I've been a ghost buster for a number of years. They are very real, and most aren't aware that they are 'dead'. There are also manevolent spirits too. All are very easy to get rid of. I've even been asked not to move them on, because they've become part of the folklore of the buildings, and the new owners don't want to lose them. Very interesting write.
The Case for The Existence of Ghosts... (Article) - 7/3/2003 2:08:30 PM
I think it might be a portal, too... the way the images seem to popping out of the coat of arms. Lucky you got a picture! I like your poem, too... you captured the creepy atmosphere of the house.
How To - and How Not To - Make a Literary Website (Article) - 2/28/2003 5:53:16 AM
Thank you, Just last night I asked my son to do a personal web-site for me in his spare time. Good tips.
JC xoxoxo
How To Make An A5 Poetry Chapbook (Article) - 12/28/2002 2:02:59 PM
usefully information on how to make a chap book can you send me the template on ms word
How To Make An A5 Poetry Chapbook (Article) - 12/15/2002 7:50:02 PM
Great info, can you send me a copy of the template for ms works? thanks!
How To - and How Not To - Make a Literary Website (Article) - 2/24/2002 9:01:44 AM
I needed this article because I'm doing an upgrade of my web site now. And I enjoyed your "not to do" site, But I liked the flipping color changing title. Sure I got dizzy, but... Anyway, I appreciate the information and concise writing. Thanks.
Drifting Through The Lonely Room (Poetry) - 4/2/2024 3:23:36 PM
This poem is number two of three I wrote in the mid-90's, about dreams.
Mrs. Frobisher's Demon (A True Story) (Poetry) - 3/26/2024 10:50:31 AM
Ah ha, the sherry did it! I believe that's why Irish whiskey makes Irish writers see so many leprechauns, fairies and such.
Ron
Deadbook (Poetry) - 4/23/2023 11:06:42 AM
A wonderful warning in poetry form. Beautifully rendered. Here's my take on the whole phenomenon.
Dreams are a great provider of encounters with the dead. Only in the last few years, right at the point where I'm ready to throw off sleep and wake up, I often see the image of someone, in full color either close to me or in the room who, in a brief flash, are there, and then gone. Are they people who have died in this location in the past--ghosts? They tend to be unrecognizable as my relatives or friends and they wear current clothing. Some people might think they are guardian angels--I don't.
Last night while in a Zoom session with other writers, I heard a bird chirping. I thought perhaps the bird was in a cage near the computer/microphone of one of the participants. But when I quit the session, the chirping continued. As I closed the windows, I came to a YouTube video with a parakeet with diarrhea mouth, chirping away nonstop. I could surmise that it was my grandmother who liked parakeets trying to communicate with me. But she didn't speak English like some parakeets I've known. And I don't understand or speak parakeet. Therefore, it was just an error in selection that I made on my computer and not my dead grandmother trying to reach me.
Ron
The Ballad of Facebook (Poetry) - 2/3/2023 11:37:27 AM
You've done your deep research and found nothing. That's what Facebook seems to be all about much ado about nothing. Beautifully presented and I love the nasty word or two appropriately placed to emphasize how ridiculous "likes" really are.
Ron
The Ballad of Facebook (Poetry) - 2/2/2023 9:03:32 AM
Spiffy and nifty as they used to say.
Charming also. Mainly it is witty as all
get out. Loved it!
The Ballad of Facebook (Poetry) - 2/2/2023 6:43:46 AM
Like you? Good heavens, I love the poem, love and more love. Very stylish, inventive, and yes, true.
E II R (Elizabeth Regina 2nd) (Poetry) - 11/3/2022 4:03:01 PM
A poem fit for royalty, whether by class or deed. Kudos.
E II R (Elizabeth Regina 2nd) (Poetry) - 11/3/2022 11:44:53 AM
Every time I saw a picture of Queen Elizabeth or saw her on television I was reminded of my mother who could have been her sister. My mother died at 95 in 2020. Very bright and a great communicator, my mother, because of my twin brother and my birth at 17, only became a cleaning lady, shoe factory worker, and waitress. Yet she was the queen of our family.
As I read, you captured the essence of of Queen Elizabeth II and the somber ceremony of her passing and the passing of the crown on so very well. I hope your poem is widely read in the UK and wherever, in the Commonwealth people still honor the British Monarchy.
I have often ridiculed the idea of monarchy as an expensive artifact of the past that no longer has validity. But through your poem I see the stabilizing effect through many turbulent times that your queen has had on your people, from scandal to war. Always keeping that stiff upper lip and pride in heritage.
Ron
E II R (Elizabeth Regina 2nd) (Poetry) - 11/3/2022 8:43:28 AM
Sarah, I am truly short of words and breath. I am really overwhelmed to read this tribute to her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. I have penned down two poems in her honour, but I think your poem has indeed rubbished and dwarfed my mine. I consider this poem to be better than the one composed in her honour by a British laurat
te. God bless you Sarah, this is the best Queen Elizabeth II poem I have thus far seen. There is none like it. I like the way you conform to the classical style, and your use of medieval English which I think is the best form of language for poetry. Thumbs up!!!!
E II R (Elizabeth Regina 2nd) (Poetry) - 11/3/2022 7:52:07 AM
I haven't read you for many years, Sara. This was beautifully and painstakingly composed. Kudos. r
No War (Poetry) - 7/17/2022 9:10:31 AM
War is truly hell. Even when one ends it never really ends.
No War (Poetry) - 7/13/2022 11:27:56 AM
For a last line, you could have written, You are us. It is clear the direction you are pointing with this poignant poem, but United States has a budget larger than all of the countries of the world combined, primarily to keep the engine of war continuing after World War II in the name of "defense."
It will probably take a world shaking third world war before the whole world comes to its senses and stops the madness of war by those few left in the ashes of a spoiled Eden.
Ron
No War (Poetry) - 7/13/2022 5:53:00 AM
Your words are accurate, reliable, and useful--to all of us. They are the pillars of enlightenment, thus they mean nothing to thugs and tyrants. But now we Finland and Sweden to strengthen our resolve, plus economic and political sanctions, and a continuing flow of weapons--the only language they understand.
Two Poems For Ukraine (Poetry) - 4/12/2022 11:19:47 PM
Thoughtful caring words well-expressed as only a loving soul could do.
Those Muppets in the Adverts (Poetry) - 11/15/2021 9:48:40 AM
I thought it was a satire at first, using the Muppets as a good example. But when you drove home your concern about what was important, I think you used that illustration to drive home your primary thrust, which was to focus on what is important, and compulsive consumption is definitely very low on the list of priorities.
I like your urgency and your way of expressing it. If only more would read and understand what you mean and not go off to their childhood dreams of not seeing the forest for the trees. One more year and one more step closer to that oblivion that will come if we don't do something… Now!
In the United States, the Infrastructure Bill being passed today, will do some good, but government cannot do it all. Those of us that still have financial clout, need to directed towards clean and green. Remember how it was when we had nothing and still enjoyed the season.
Ron
Those Muppets in the Adverts (Poetry) - 11/15/2021 7:44:39 AM
You have given us the "state of the nation" two months ahead of time. I am already voting for your version as the best.
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 5/16/2021 11:16:51 AM
VERY NICE, SAD WORDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 5/15/2021 9:55:31 AM
Your poem poignantly looks back at the days before COVID was perpetrated on humanity....Hopefully those days will return when those who excell in scare tactics are brought down and dealt with.
A Spell In Hospital (Poetry) - 5/8/2021 7:11:52 PM
No hospital stay is ever enjoyable....And the best part of it is when they say you can go home....
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 5/2/2021 8:26:18 AM
Beautifully and thoroughly written of the change in lifestyle under the threat of COVID-19 when compared with one's earlier lifestyle. And I was impressed by reading your lifestyle prior to the virus's threat. Seemed like a very romantic and enriching lifestyle, particularly between you and your partner.
Since I had sequestered myself away primarily because of the difficulty in going out and socializing with others, I have found the time under isolation to be practically the same as my prior lifestyle. But I believe I am a rare case of that.
Ron
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 4/30/2021 4:30:47 PM
Heck, you speak for many.
I've looked at packed stadiums and now wonder what's being spread?
Maybe this is as it will be.
Though the human race has been through many similar times, bar globally heating up and plastic seas.
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 4/30/2021 7:38:53 AM
Ah, you say it so well and yes we all empathize with you. I know I miss the same things you speak of here. Thank you for sharing your thoughts your heart and your brave spirit today. May life return to a norm, even if its not the same as the one we knew, I hope its a good one. :) much love.
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 4/30/2021 6:42:15 AM
This charming, personal write is proof that we need not dip into either triumph or disaster to carry the reader off to another place and hold their attention with skill and mastery of language. So well done!
Eulogy for Freedom (Poetry) - 4/30/2021 2:14:41 AM
I love the way you have worded this Sara...
This past year has been a real eye opener
for everyone world wide...all the things
you mention...so simple, but when they
are removed...what a monumental impact
they have upon us...
Like me I think you are from the UK....
Things are starting to improve here
thankfully, so some new sense of
normality should return....It has made
us all reflect deeply on just what is
important in our lives...but at such a
high cost.....
Best wishes,
Diana...
No Thought to Say Goodbye (Some People) (Poetry) - 12/31/2020 9:00:08 AM
You're so right about both of these traits people have. In the height of selfishness, most people do not perceive their death and therefore are unprepared, leaving turmoil in the wake of their leaving. But those who make a will and are thoughtful, can leave with peace of mind.
Ron
Without Swimming (Poetry) - 10/15/2020 10:49:40 AM
So well-stated despite the dreariness that surrounds us.
Pools of Longing (Poetry) - 7/11/2020 2:14:49 PM
Dear poet, I totally understand that feeling. Given what the world has gone through, we cannot help but hope for better days for the world and us. I am with you on that one, Nothing heals the soul and the body better then water. You write beautifully. Hopeing to read more of your poems in the future, have a great evening. xo
Pools of Longing (Poetry) - 7/11/2020 11:36:01 AM
I'm with you with these beautiful, wistful lines. All things that I had to quit doing, self-imposed, over 40 years ago, fighting my body to the end for that sensation again. I last achieved it on an inner tube paddling around the lake with a view from water level.
My partner feels the same, having taught herself to swim about 15 years ago and now unable to do her usual 10 laps of relaxation and exhilaration that she so enjoys.
The good news is, that you will be able to swim again, sooner or later. Let's hope sooner.
Ron
Pools of Longing (Poetry) - 7/11/2020 1:51:03 AM
Thoughtful, nostalgic remembrances. Appropriate for the times. skillfully written.
We Are (Poetry) - 5/29/2020 9:33:09 AM
What a great poem! With a perfect ending.
I had almost forgotten what a clever wordsmith
you are. Many thanks.
Poems on COVID19 Lockdown, UK (Poetry) - 4/23/2020 8:56:10 AM
I loved all four of them for their stark reality of the situation. When Dreams Go Viral shows what you will do when it's over (over there?). But I think I like Horses for Courses the best. Straight talk, that.
Ron
Poems on COVID19 Lockdown, UK (Poetry) - 4/17/2020 5:35:07 PM
Each poem in its own creative way lifted my spirit up
Nailed down the irrelevant exalted the good
Made my weary bones feel a whole lot better
Just like I hoped you could.
Jolly good, Sara.
Poems on COVID19 Lockdown, UK (Poetry) - 4/17/2020 3:42:28 PM
Good stuff Sara. I liked the reference to the baldie man government spokesman in the final poem. He reminds me of the old Harry Enfield character Mr. Cholmondley Warner.
Salome (Poetry) - 4/19/2017 1:10:04 PM
This is wickedly good with all the trappings of Biblical times wrapped in flawless Shakespearean dialogue. Yes, this requires an accomplished actor to bring it all to life. I would nominate myself, but I am busy for the next decade or two.
Salome (Poetry) - 4/19/2017 5:10:54 AM
A poetic tour de force if I have read one! Filled with wonderful words and great passion. It certainly would be wonderful to hear with actors.
Unfortunately, John the Baptist comes off as a self-righteous lout that he may actually have been. Salome seems to be the victim in all this rather than the cause. I'll side with her rather than the king or the baptist.
Ron
Dull Days in the Parallel Universe (Poetry) - 11/20/2016 2:21:55 PM
Rather negative but intriguing. It will be interesting to see how you carry this forward.
Outbreak of Peace (Poetry) - 11/20/2016 2:18:37 PM
One could wish that were the case but I fear it will be a long wait for much of the world.
Song of the Old Bohemian (Poetry) - 11/20/2016 2:15:20 PM
LOL. Quite a write Sara. Surprised to see you here. I seldom come here but decided to post a poem for Thanksgiving. I'd like to meet your olde Bohemian.
Exodus (Poetry) - 7/15/2016 9:57:40 PM
This is an epic poem written with wit and anger, charm and despair,daunting and challenge, courage and urgency. I marvel at your command of facts from what must be a carefully researched tome, the vigor and the flair in which you have cast your cautions and your alarms. You have awakened one and all to the cause of justice, and to the consequences of spewing lies and living
false doctrines, and to the hope of a better tomorrow, albeit in a Biblical tenor. I applaud this wonderful work. I will return to read it again soon.
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/13/2016 2:06:27 PM
Your words create such an inspiring scene of untold wonder and unparalleled beauty...
Yet the one thing that is forbidden is always the most attractive and magnetic...
Diana...
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/13/2016 7:27:31 AM
I am amazed at the variety of responses to this wonderful poem. I believe it with all that I am. So much that is told in the bible does also speak of the future, and the analogy is logical that this speaks of the end. However, God is the Creator of all and He had and has the right and authority to make boundaries and rules as He wishes.
That said, I pray that all who read your beautiful poem will "Taste and see that the Lord is good" (a quote from the Bible).
This is a beautiful work, flowing softly and sweetly from a gifted pen.
Connie
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/12/2016 1:48:47 AM
well done
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/10/2016 7:36:13 AM
Thanks very much for your comments, Edward, Joseph, Jerry, Ronald and Richard ... I wrote this partly as imagining what God said to Adam and Eve in the first days of planet Earth, and partly because I believe that the story of the Garden of Eden could actually be an encoded prophecy. If it is a prophecy, then planet Earth is actually the Garden of Eden and we have already bitten the apple from the Tree of Knowledge by using scientific knowledge to make nuclear weapons and genetically-modified plants and animals. When this beautiful world is finally destroyed by our darker creations, we, the sons and daughters of Adam and Eve, will be kicked out of Eden as the world ends, and only the innocent souls will attain eternal life.
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/10/2016 6:02:56 AM
"You come of the Lord Adam and the Lady Eve," said Aslan. "And that is both honor enough to erect the head of the poorest beggar, and shame enough to bow the shoulders of the greatest emperor on Earth. Be content." C.S. Lewis from Prince Caspian. A delightful composition, Sarah. The piece flows and has a marvelous fragrance. Peace to you... rlc
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/10/2016 5:58:55 AM
It certainly would be wonderful if our world was like that. Unfortunately, the holier than thou police are in charge of the Bible and its interpretation.
Ron
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/10/2016 4:06:27 AM
Don't recall any of this from my Biblical studies.
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/9/2016 11:39:52 PM
Oh my God! This is what I would call the poem of centuries, brilliantly penned and very ingenious. This in my opinion is the best poem I have seen not only on the authorsden website, but any website I have ever surfed. My God Sara, you are a genius.
Creator Song (Poetry) - 6/9/2016 9:00:01 PM
This is a beautiful tale that did not happen, but it nevertheless contains so much beauty and inspiration that it is a wonder to read. That Tree of Knowledge defies logic and makes no sense at all. Perhaps it serves this purpose: You are forgiven for mentioning it.
Queen of the Selfie (Poetry) - 2/3/2016 7:13:53 AM
Funny and showing a great sense of humor. Kudos!
Outbreak of Peace (Poetry) - 7/3/2015 8:40:05 PM
This is a nicely flowing poem that reveals some noble beliefs. There are a few too many "shalls" in it for me, reminding me of those scary commandments. Maybe you could work in a couple of "shan'ts?" :)
Outbreak of Peace (Poetry) - 7/3/2015 3:27:51 PM
I find this lovely and meaningful and I yearn for what it expresses to come true. Thank you for sharing this gift, Sara. Love, peace, and best wishes to you,
Regis
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/11/2014 12:29:41 PM
an entertaining yet thought provocative peek into the life of our feline friends. I enjoyed reading this one by you Sara. :)
Enjoyed it very much.
Zach
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/3/2014 11:31:55 AM
Quite creative and humorous. Many years ago, a psychology professor at the University of Wisconsin observed the behavior of cats in a large enclosure. What he found out was startling! After dark, cats have a very vigorous sex life, revealed by films he took of his cats at night.
No wonder they lie around all day acting like the world is just too much to get up and face! ;-)
Ron
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/3/2014 3:48:54 AM
Oh! Yes!...
"The Rum Tum Tugger is a curious cat
And there isn't any need for you to doubt it
For he will do as he did, do
And there's no doing anything about it"
-T.S. Eliot/A.L.Weber, Cats.
Thank you Sara, for sharing your words of
the felix-feline-connection. Meow.
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/2/2014 6:39:35 PM
well done
enjoyed the read, as I type across the determined feline sprawling on my lap and often across the keyboard
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/2/2014 3:40:42 PM
gotta keep those 9 lives in motion then again i think my friend's cat sees things above us sometimes ...
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/2/2014 2:29:26 PM
Mine ran away and was gone four days. He returned as quietly as he left but with part of his ear missing. He didn't mention what happened, and I didn't ask. But was I relieved!
A Cat's Life (Poetry) - 11/2/2014 1:39:48 PM
A delightful sonnet and tribute to your feline friends, Sara. Thank you for sharing. Love and best wishes,
Regis
I, Critic (Poetry) - 6/19/2014 9:43:56 PM
Brilliant! It took me an entire essay to say the same thing.
I, Critic (Poetry) - 6/19/2014 4:05:37 PM
I think that about says it all; rather accurate, if you ask me. Thank you, Sara. Love, peace, and best wishes to you,
Regis
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/7/2014 11:49:34 AM
I don't believe in vampires, only vampire bats. On the other hand I did have a girlfriend once named Yvonne. Some guy carved her name in his arm, only he misspelled it "Evonne."
Ron
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/7/2014 4:05:52 AM
Enjoyed the poem. Loved the video. But...
cancel our romantic dinner!
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/7/2014 3:32:12 AM
Love this!!!! I have written several vampire poems myself too. Will share them later.
Sandie :o)
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/6/2014 10:29:44 PM
gave me chills, but enjoyed reading it..
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/6/2014 1:53:49 PM
Powerfully expressed; thank you, Sara. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/6/2014 11:54:45 AM
This one really bites.
Michael D.
Vampyre (Poetry) - 5/6/2014 11:15:53 AM
Hmmm, sounds like my kind of lassie. :)
Dull Days in the Parallel Universe (Poetry) - 10/8/2013 2:14:17 PM
I love the creativity that went into this...but of course this is an art you master well.
Dull Days in the Parallel Universe (Poetry) - 4/23/2013 1:47:28 PM
Wildly creative and telling. There really are two sides in this situation. Am looking forward to the continuation.
Ron
The Insomniac's Prayer (Poetry) - 4/22/2013 12:34:00 PM
Too peaceful, too gentle, too poetic to be flowing from an insomniac's pen. More like a kind, loving spirit who already has all the things she wishes for and only wishes to share them. You just did.
Dull Days in the Parallel Universe (Poetry) - 4/22/2013 12:23:26 PM
Original! Charming! Poignant! One of the best poems ever posted on AuthorsDen. I salute a mind that works.
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 1/5/2012 2:46:11 PM
Very, very nice! Enjoy your work. Happy writing ~
Victoria Taylor Murray
The Broken Scrying Glass (Poetry) - 9/26/2009 4:39:48 AM
I like the overall elegant feel to this poem. Each part seems to offer something different, letting your multi-styles blend beautifully. Enjoyed:)
Sheila
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 9/14/2009 10:38:43 PM
You have crafted some wonderful images.
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 9/14/2009 4:21:09 AM
Magnificent piece.beautiful poem,take care
EDWIN
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 9/13/2009 10:03:58 PM
Beautiful prayer bringing a sigh as one waits for the morning light to wash away all the forelorn tears and begin again anew. Strong sentiments to share for all, may we never forget....
Be always safe,
Karen
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 9/12/2009 3:10:19 AM
This sounds like a Big Apple lover's expression. The author of this poem did honor the city. "A Lullaby for New York" is everything a poem should be.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful and profound art.
In appreciation,
Dixie Dawn Michelle
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 9/11/2009 8:28:12 PM
Sara -
my heart breaks anew
in a moment of silence
for all those who died
Agree with Regis: would that this would come to pass. Our angry, apathetic society doesn't seem to give a rip, unless it's convenient or for their own selfishness ..
Powerfully penned, especially the last two lines. Thank you for remembering -
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 9/11/2009 6:41:35 PM
Such a meaningful and compelling ode, Sara. Love and peace to you,
Regis
A Lullaby for New York (Poetry) - 9/11/2009 6:40:13 PM
Sentinel wings will guide your mourning dreams towards the day
when sanity will reign over the ways of humankind.
Would that this were to come to be, Sara. Thank you for sharing this most apt and timely write. Love and best wishes,
Regis
The Broken Scrying Glass (Poetry) - 8/26/2009 5:48:01 PM
I find this poem deeply meaningful and worthy of much more than a single reading. Thank you for sharing it, Sara. Love and best wishes,
Regis
The Insomniac's Prayer (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 2:02:00 PM
...let me dream... please!
captivating, exquisite write, sara.
be well,
cg
Awaken (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 9:23:26 AM
The feelings expressed here remind me of those that I shared via my short story posted here at AD entitled, "Sigh." Your poem is most compelling, Sara. Thank you. Love and best wishes,
Regis
The Insomniac's Prayer (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 9:21:40 AM
Till I float
like a feather
in the arms
of the breeze
and drift
like a leaf
on a tide,
I can almost drift off to sleep reading these lovely verses, Sara. Thank you for sharing this therapeutic prayer. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Awaken (Poetry) - 7/19/2009 7:40:34 PM
Hi Sara,
It's been a while since I've read your work. You have a way of capturing the moment... so much so, I was there.
Carmen
Awaken (Poetry) - 7/3/2009 5:58:22 PM
THE IMAGERY IS SO VIVID IN THIS WRITE OF ONE WHO WANTS SO MUCH MORE THAN TO 'SLEEP' THE NIGHT AWAY. WELL WRITTEN AND THANKS FOR SHARING. BLESSINGS. JOYCE
Reclaim the Sky (for Elisabeth Fritzl) (Poetry) - 6/21/2009 5:34:28 PM
Where comorants, like girls' daydreams, fly free,
Such lovely thoughts and a beautiful sonnet of a gift well-shared. Thank you, Sara. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Come Back (Poetry) - 6/21/2009 5:33:08 PM
Come back to me, I swear next time I'll make it right
Mislead me back where laughter never ends.
This is such fine poetry, Sara; and so meaningful to me. Thank you for sharing this gift. Love and best wishes to you,
Regis
Come Back (Poetry) - 5/15/2009 12:57:24 PM
"All the beauty that evolves but never stays" is the key to this
probing lament...
An exquisite write, Sara.
CG
Come Back (Poetry) - 5/11/2009 7:06:24 PM
Good work, Sara. I feel myself thinking about times when I thought forward and I wish those times were back. I'm not where I thought I was headed to. Somewhere along the line I took a wrong turn.
Carmen :-)
Housebound (Poetry) - 4/12/2009 11:36:52 PM
Hi there, Sara, "Housebound" captures beautiful imagery associated with life's final transition. Wonderfully expressive. Your words, "Sweet love, make me a present of the sky" is especially touching. Thank you so much for posting it.
Warmest Regards,
Brenda
Reclaim the Sky (for Elisabeth Fritzl) (Poetry) - 9/1/2008 8:04:04 AM
A very fine work. Very touching, from the heart. I really could see the imagery in this poem because it was heartfelt. A very heartfelt recite, too. Very good work. Sara
Prowler (Poetry) - 8/5/2008 8:21:42 AM
Scary poem told from the stalker's point of view. It works well and conjures up images from my own nightmares I carred back from Vietnam of imagined eyes out there in the dark watching--always watching and waiting. I imagine these types of night demons feel powerful as they stand in the dark looking into lit rooms thinking that these people are helpless--not knowing that might not be the case.
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 7/29/2008 1:02:15 AM
Sarah,
What a beautiful ode for one of the most progressive (thinkers) of our time. I am humbled to have read such a wonderful piece.
Thank you for writing,
Stay well, and happy Stuart
Housebound (Poetry) - 7/4/2008 9:59:27 PM
Hello Sara, I read your poem,"Housebound" I found kinda sad but well written.This is good work. Great imagery! Please feel free to visit my site here in the "Den"
A Spell In Hospital (Poetry) - 6/10/2008 5:28:58 PM
I don't know if the nurse will get something for you if you talk to her that way :) Very amusing poem
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 6/4/2008 1:48:06 PM
Hi Sara, I read your poem, "Ode For John Lennon". I found it extremely nostalgic . It actually reminded me how insightful a person he was. Great work. Please feel free to visit my sites. Either here in the "Den" or at www.freewebs.com/kendoo
The Song of Makeda (Poetry) - 4/19/2008 11:24:59 AM
Very heartwarming and passionate biblical write...
Be always safe,
Karen
The Song of Makeda (Poetry) - 4/17/2008 4:41:14 PM
A lovely syllabus here, mythical yet passionate. You have a talent Sara Russell and it is refreshing!
Housebound (Poetry) - 4/9/2008 9:03:38 AM
Wonderful poem, great imagery...
Wishing you well...
Sam
Housebound (Poetry) - 12/31/2007 5:26:13 AM
well done enjoyed the read
Fields of Lilies (Poetry) - 12/27/2007 5:34:34 PM
I really loved this poem..Great meaning and perfect flow!
Becca
Fields of Lilies (Poetry) - 11/25/2007 1:23:58 PM
Beautiful. I can almost hear music behind it--I think they would make incredible lyrics.
Bohemian Quest (Poetry) - 10/11/2007 9:14:42 PM
These "portraits" seem so real, as if one could recognize words, attitudes, lifestyle. It is a little bit of us, a little bit of the people we know.
Poetic, realistic and with a touch of humor. I like this!
Axilea
Housebound (Poetry) - 9/21/2007 3:08:29 AM
Now that autumn has arrived, my 90-ish mother loves to be wheeled out into the meditation garden at her nursing home. She sits quietly and breathes in arctic blasts ferried our way (southern California) by the Jet Stream. I think she is like your "reeling peterels"; those slipstreams of eternity do invite!
This is an exceptional piece of work, Sara.
Peace and Blessings,
Carolyn
Housebound (Poetry) - 9/13/2007 6:25:02 PM
Personal use of word combinations that touch the soul and mind of everyone.
Greetings,
Axilea
Housebound (Poetry) - 9/12/2007 8:24:35 PM
Confinement of any sorts makes one delirious - the IV drip replaced with the liquid gold sunshine and heaven's rain - and it is so good to see you posting again, Sara, I have missed your poetry. Around January 2006, I think I recall you being housebound - a broken leg? Your quill is surely intact this season...be well always, Sara, I think about you often...you've left us a great poetic legacy in Poetry Life & Times...much appreciation, and to Robin and his staff for their continued efforts...Blessed Be.
Warmly,
Sage
Housebound (Poetry) - 9/11/2007 8:31:47 PM
Such intimate expressions fill this passionate piece from your heart. A very lovely write....
Be safe,
Karen
Housebound (Poetry) - 9/11/2007 8:10:59 PM
Wonderfully expressed and written. Sometimes we need to break down those walls and ceilings in our spirits to get off the ground and feel eternity.
Enjoyed this very much.
thank you
Chris
Poems For London after 07/07... (Poetry) - 9/11/2007 4:11:03 PM
Compassion rings in each powerful line of your dedicatory poems. Excellently penned, I will save these to remember your own 9/11 on 7/7.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Housebound (Poetry) - 9/11/2007 1:35:35 PM
This one is effectively powerful, Sara. Almost claustrophobic: having spent many days in hospital, I know the feeling all too well of wanting to burst out of the room, freeeeeeeeeeeeeee: well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Prowler (Poetry) - 8/15/2007 10:21:07 PM
The dark side has its beauty as well. Superb poetry.
Prowler (Poetry) - 8/15/2007 9:44:26 PM
Was waiting for the demons to strike. Got caught up in the emotion of it all, great write.....
Be safe,
Karen
Prowler (Poetry) - 8/15/2007 5:47:37 PM
What a dark, masterful write. I am in awe!
Fields of Lilies (Poetry) - 4/15/2007 4:12:51 PM
BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO!!!!
This is powerful, poignant and so true!!!! Isn't it funny billions can be found for warfare but...what can be found for environmental avenues??? The poor (mother earth and her "wildlife" children) keep getting poorer and the rich (a certain politician and his croonies, and yes some other unmentionable too) keep getting richer and playing who has the bigger guns! Makes me sick, sick, sick!
Excellent Writing Sara!!!!
~Nikki~
Fields of Lilies (Poetry) - 4/15/2007 10:27:52 AM
Poet/ Sara L. Russell ...
"Are we mapping out a blueprint for the
final end of days?"
I don't know if we are mapping out a blueprint, I think its already been etched in granite by many generations before us. I do believe, however, that we are all playing our individual roles in a very delicate and dangerous chess game that will culminate in something that baffles the imagination, and changes planet Earth and its inhabitants forever.
For all the glory and wisdom and riches that Solomon was given by the Most High God, he still ended his days depraved and less that he could have been. I fear that Solomon is a metaphor for our self-centered, self-consumed, profligate, evil society that measures success by money, beauty, and power and not by the pursuit of Truth and Wisdom.
We have given our planet a serious fever - she is responding appropriately to our foolishness.
Light and Wisdom ...
Fields of Lilies (Poetry) - 4/15/2007 5:58:17 AM
Eye-opening reminder of what mankind has wrought: well done, Sara. What we've done to our surroundings, to our four legged and winged friends, what we continue to do...a damn shame. No wonder Mother Nature is in revolt. I don't blame her.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Fields of Lilies (Poetry) - 4/15/2007 5:51:35 AM
Mother Poet (NATURE) is smiling to Your pen, Poet!
This composition has paid its dues to the treasure of Helicon. And the pages of Poetry are richer with this glowing page in honor of the FAUNA and FLORA.
Thank You for posting "Fields of Lilies".
I salute You, Poet.
In admiration,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Bohemian Quest (Poetry) - 3/4/2007 6:07:35 PM
Yes...we still are Sara......"cool" is an emotion....a state of mind.....frisbee rolling pads, chasing red dragons, then tripping when we caught them.......Deep Purple, Grand Funk Railroad, Pearl, Mr. Hendrix........Bohemian dreams indeed.....Thanks for the memories....
Peace,
Bill
The Book of Samothrace (Poetry) - 1/6/2007 9:20:19 AM
An interesting story Sara. I enjoyed the tentativeness left in the reader with the last two lines.
Light and Wisdom ...
Richard Lloyd Cederberg
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 10/8/2006 8:01:39 AM
Triff tribute to the brains of the fab 3 plus John..
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 10/7/2006 5:14:17 PM
What a pleasure to read you again, Sara. This is a wonderful tribute to a poet, whose work will live beyond our lifetime. Thank you!
~~Carmen
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 10/7/2006 3:59:47 PM
Sara ...
A good ode to a talented man. Part of one of the greatest musical forces ever. (in my opinion)
Personally I preferred Pauls musical sensibilities moreso than John's. His melodies have stood the test of time in my heart.
Yes ... it is a strange coincidence that Daivie speaks of below within bloody minutes of one another too.
Benisons ...
Richard Lloyd Cederberg
Ode For John Lennon (Poetry) - 10/7/2006 3:49:37 PM
Wow! I can't believe that we both put up poems on the same subject!
I bemoan the fact that I have yet to find another Beatles' fan, and in an incredible display of coincidence you present this fine tribute to Lennon.
Now I can continue to keep the five bar gate open.
I just cannot believe this coincidence.
Lost In Dreams (Poetry) - 9/17/2006 2:35:31 PM
Interesting write Sara. I think David Lee Summers might like to see some of your sci-fi, fantasy type poems. Have you thought about sending him any? He's the Editor of Tales of the Talisman.
Children Of Shadows / Parts 1 and 2 (Poetry) - 8/5/2006 10:42:40 AM
I like the intelligent connection (sense impressionism) between the parts I and II. On the surface this is about the lost/misled children and about existence...and at the core it represents our times, us...and makes a psybiological (if that is the word, have dug it up from a book on installations art *LOL*) statement.
BRILLIANT work!
D
Children Of Shadows / Parts 1 and 2 (Poetry) - 8/4/2006 3:20:03 PM
A beautifully rendered construct - so somber in scope.
The questions asked by the Poet will echo down the halls of time where apathy, and controversy, and inconsistency, and the second law of thermodynamics, takes its toll on all men and all their dreams.
We can only hope for a revelation of justice to grip the hearts and souls of mankind.
In fraternity and poetic vision ...
Richard Lloyd Cederberg
Children Of Shadows / Parts 1 and 2 (Poetry) - 8/4/2006 12:17:45 PM
Thank You, Sublime Poet for standing for Justice and for enriching the English Fine Letters.
You have paid Your dues to the treasure of Poetry with these jewels titled, "Children Of Shadows / Parts 1 and 2".
Long healthy creative life.
Your proud admirer,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Children Of Shadows / Parts 1 and 2 (Poetry) - 8/4/2006 12:10:08 PM
In tandem, Children of Shadows is as inspiring as they are of the here and now temperature of today's mean-spirited, evil society. The inspiration here is to take care of our children at all costs, hear their cries, and embrace all of their needs, spiritually, emotionally, financially, and educationally, and for the grieving parents who have lost a child to the hands of evil, these poems are global condolence, Sara. I would like to thank you once again for inviting me to showcase my poetry in the January 2006 issue of Poetry Life & Times and also thank you so kindly for the Interview in the February 2006 issue. I greatly appreciate it, and it has brought me many new readers. Also for my peers who have recently appeared in Poetry Life & Times, Aberjhani, Michelle Mead, Paul Williams, Ian Thorpe, Phyllis Green, Nordette Adams, and OneLight* authors Alexandra and Joseph in this month's issue, also thank you Robin Ouzman Hislop. Blessed Be.
Sage
Maestro (Poetry) - 6/27/2006 5:14:56 AM
Sarah, I love your video clips.
Arthur
Maestro (Poetry) - 3/19/2006 7:40:29 PM
Masterfully created, Sara. Thank you for sharing your gift. Love and peace to you,
Regis
Maestro (Poetry) - 2/7/2006 8:44:47 AM
Exceptionally well done, Sara! I enjoyed!
Maestro (Poetry) - 2/3/2006 8:14:37 AM
I really like the erotic rhythm of this Sara and the violin is a cornucopia of erotic allusions.
But at the climax isn't Mareschal a bit of a mouthful (oops, pardon!) In my experience its something much more prosaic ;-) that gets shouted over and over.
best
Ian
Maestro (Poetry) - 2/2/2006 3:44:59 PM
There's something about listening to a violinist that unlocks the soul. It's a key to a deep place within. It stirs a passionate fire inside and the libido takes notes. I would like this scenario to take place with me and Yanni's woman of color violinist. Have you seen her? She's beautiful and she knows her instrument well, as well as you know poetry, Sara. Thanks for sharing Maestro with us. A pre-Valentine day treat.
Sage
Maestro (Poetry) - 2/2/2006 2:57:56 PM
The music of love echos like a chamber orchestra in this deeply passionate write.
Paul;-)
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 12/18/2005 11:33:31 AM
Good poem. The past can be redundant...if we pay close attention to it.
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 12/3/2005 7:06:16 PM
a bit more angst this version than eliot's, the notes add
significantly to the content, it is hard to understand that our merest
action otherwise, could have changed the universe to not the one in which we find ouselves, hence undermining the notion of consquences following our actions or the reality of the present beyond its existance. beautifully written with many shades of meaning & hues of emmotion pervading it.
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/29/2005 11:23:10 AM
Enjoyed this, Sara. Lessons wrapped in poetry. I find myself with years feeling less and less wanting to turn back. The gift of age... wisdom.
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/24/2005 7:34:43 AM
Sara,
I am appluading, your verse and artwork are absolutely awesome in this piece! I am looking forward to reading the rest of this series!
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/24/2005 6:13:20 AM
There is wisdom in your verses, Sara. Thank you for sharing it. Love and peace to you.
Regis
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/23/2005 1:20:04 PM
Forty lines of excellence to add value to the Major Art.
"Three Dreamers" flows and its contents warm the imagination.
I salute You, Poet!
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/23/2005 7:21:00 AM
Excellence. Your drawing marries up perfectly.
Intelligently written message...
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/23/2005 6:31:22 AM
This is excellent! Time can't be rewound
and the Might Have Beens add up. You've
captured the importance of making the
most of each day. It's the only thing that matters.
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/23/2005 5:13:40 AM
Sara,
I love this. Excellent word usage. Nothing we can do of the " Might-Have-Beens. " Flowed beautifully can't wait to read more.
Three Dreamers (Poetry) - 9/22/2005 5:58:52 PM
Sara:
This one is very interesting. I like how you put the "If", and "What" and "Might Have Been". - A very thought-provoking piece!
Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)
Poems For London after 07/07... (Poetry) - 8/24/2005 8:31:26 PM
Rich with meaning, sensitivity, and passion. Automaton is my
fave at the moment. Love "the bar code of my fate." I will
come back to these!! 'Pea' <3
Poems For London after 07/07... (Poetry) - 7/12/2005 8:03:36 AM
In "Rush Hours" I saw life taking its course; "Automation" is all ontological dreaming new life, and union of mankind;
"The Ire of Spiritual Fire" showed me the genesis of the tales of State's INTELLIGENTSIA; "Sage And Suicides:
The Delegation of Immolation" gave me a sample of a teleological concept with a theologic painting; and
"Faceless" sealed the set with golden words shining
and reflecting through the diadem of truth.
"Poems For London after 07/07..." has brought the jewels to
the treasure of the Major Art; and Poetry is smiling because
this Author of "Poems For London after 07/07..." has paid her dues.
Thank You, Poet Sara L. Russell, for adding value to Poetry and
for sharing Your thoughts through The Major Art.
In gratitude and reverent admiration.
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Lost In Dreams (Poetry) - 7/11/2005 8:52:46 PM
An enthralling sonnet from start to finish. Thank you, Sara. Love and peace to you. Regis
Cornered (Poetry) - 7/11/2005 8:51:11 PM
Exquisitely composed. Thank you for sharing this offering, Sara. Love and peace. Regis
Poems For London after 07/07... (Poetry) - 7/11/2005 8:49:51 PM
An awesome poetic offering, Sara. There is so much here that deserves much more than one reading. Thank you for sharing. Love and peace to you. Regis
Cornered (Poetry) - 7/8/2005 5:36:28 AM
Superb write Sara stunning imagery of a terrifying capture.
Paul
Cornered (Poetry) - 7/7/2005 8:17:00 PM
Very stimulating imagery to strike analytical minds.
"Cornered" is rich in contents and symbolism. An English
Sonnet to be studied by scholars, students and readers that
enjoy quality work of the major art.
Thank You, Poet, for enriching the golden pages of Poetry.
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Lost In Dreams (Poetry) - 7/6/2005 12:34:42 PM
Whisks me back to childhood dreams and imaginary fantasy worlds...
Lost In Dreams (Poetry) - 5/22/2005 7:16:05 AM
Art packed - filled with beauty, knowledge and wisdom - expressed through its lines of rich imagery.
I salute You, Sublime Poet!
Healthy long creative life.
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Lost In Dreams (Poetry) - 5/21/2005 8:46:04 PM
Absolutely excellent, this is outstanding, so deep and beautiful!
Reindeer
Lost In Dreams (Poetry) - 5/21/2005 4:00:54 PM
This is a beauty... I love the theme!
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 5/11/2005 2:19:56 PM
Let her be indeed, but they wont, even in death she wont get any peace...a very powerful well written piece that if heeded would be very apt...take care...Mark x
Never Utter The Word (Poetry) - 5/11/2005 2:15:26 PM
A very well composed write, i enjoyed it very much, take care...Mark
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 5/8/2005 10:59:06 AM
Yes! "Let her be..." Beautiful, pleading write. How this must sorrow her boys who love her and were so close to their mother. The press seems intolerable cruel...
Dawn Chorus (Poetry) - 5/8/2005 10:56:16 AM
Unique and so true to the personality of birds. I love it! My cat prowls the jungle of our backyard in search of winged prey. But birds are far too intelligent and their eyesight too keen to be preyed upon by a cat, unless of course they are a babe out of the nest or injured, poor darlings...
Lamia (Poetry) - 5/8/2005 10:49:42 AM
A feast of the senses seen and unseen! Fantastic, Sara. I found you via Nordette via Poetry Life & Times...Happy Mother's Day
Lamia (Poetry) - 12/31/2004 8:29:10 AM
wow! Clearly you are a poet of utmost observation. I truly enjoyed reading this, what I believe is "classic" poetry at its best. This is a concrete and episodic marvel, thanks.
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 12/31/2004 1:37:37 AM
Unique, touching and powerful.
masood
Lamia (Poetry) - 12/18/2004 10:57:46 AM
Wonderful imagery and the creativity and perfection is awesome, Sara. Thank you for sharing this offering. Love and peace to you. Regis
Christmas Fairies (Poetry) - 12/10/2004 1:29:50 AM
Awww...I LOVE this! :-)
The Hungry Years (Rock Club) (Poetry) - 10/19/2004 8:01:57 PM
reminds me of adolescent days when i lived in brighton but that was long ago time of gary farr son of tommy farr the boxer & our drunken raves
but the writing is cool its pure realism warts & all which also gives it
a very real integrity se va bien hasta siempre robin
Lamia (Poetry) - 10/6/2004 9:37:21 AM
She sounds a very naughty little succubus I'm sure I have met her down in Brighton. But then I met lots of naughty girlies in Brighton - and I'm not sure all of them were proper girlies....
Could the Bloodsucker of Brighton be related to the Batter Pudding Hurler of Bexhill on Sea I wonder? I also wonder what our Amertican friends make of us Brits at times
Great work this Sara,
love
Ian
Lamia (Poetry) - 10/5/2004 9:34:41 PM
FANTASTIC!!!!!
Thank You for sharing these lovely works.
Love,
Bonnie
Lamia (Poetry) - 10/5/2004 7:10:42 PM
I salute You, Sublime Poet!
I have enjoyed reading "Lamia" I, II, III, "A TRILOGY of English Sonnets", (Written in English Sonnet's Form.) from which I learned and fed my mind.
This is a composition that complies with Poetry's must, and delivers three Flowers scented with the aroma of knowledge, and the poetic energy.
Thank You for allowing us to learn from Your wise messages, and for inspiring us through Your poetic magnificence.
Gratefully,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Lamia (Poetry) - 10/5/2004 4:31:55 PM
Totally captivating! This is magical enchantment at its best!
Thank you for sharing!
Lamia (Poetry) - 10/5/2004 4:02:55 PM
ohhhhhhhhhh
she is an succubus!!!
Beautiful poetry indeed!
Lamia (Poetry) - 10/5/2004 3:48:38 PM
Very romantic! Very exciting! Like a movie of Brighton on different levels, fading in and out between two realities. Very nice and I also liked the unusual (for AD) structure of the sonnet trilogy.
Cool!
SFxxx :-)
(East Sussex Poets, Unite! :-)
Home (Poetry) - 9/28/2004 6:16:31 AM
I don't doubt that you've found some part of Home in your work, Sara.
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 9/18/2004 6:54:59 PM
wow i was near moved to tears & i dont even support the monarchy
superbly rendered & i fully concurr
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/18/2004 8:16:24 AM
Sara,
Uniquely crafted ... superbly penned - thanks for this wonderful piece!
Robert
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/16/2004 7:39:28 AM
unfortunatley, the world will always try to capitalize on the loss of a well known person ... it would be respectful to let them just lie in peace ...
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/14/2004 10:34:36 AM
Sweetly respectful and lovely creation, Sara. Thank you so much for sharing this offering that is so soul-touching and meaningful. Love and peace. Regis
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/13/2004 8:33:09 PM
I think this piece is long overdue. If I read about one more 'revelation' by some servant at Kensington Palace, or some ex-lover with a cocaine habit who needs the extra bucks that a tell-all expose' will bring him, I'll just lose it. I can only think of one other woman in history has been more violated in the press after death, and that's Marilyn Monroe. However, if we give them enough time, Diana's people might have a chance to catch up. Yeesh!!!!! They're gone...their lives are over. We owe it to them, as well as their survivors to let them go once and for all. This was a great write!
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/13/2004 8:02:22 AM
Thoughtful and touching Sara. Though I was not a fan of Di (nor a detractor)I think the way her memory has been pimped around the world media is a sad reflection on the celebrity obsessed society we have created. Loved you gently flowing rhythm (almost like a lullabye) and the deft touch with the rhyming scheme.
Ian
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/13/2004 2:18:38 AM
Sara, you are so right, a lovely piece to say let the poor soul rest in peace, they could not even get the memorial fountain in Hyde Park right, after the big opening it had to be closed, it is going to be open to the public again next week, what a farce it has been. I am no Royalist by any means, but to my mind, it is time to let the Lady be.
Reg.
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/13/2004 12:40:11 AM
Let her be, now, let her be.
Set her free from the rough mêlée
The ones who prey on sorrow,
Leave her somewhere to be at rest
Far from truth or lies,
The hunt has slain the prize;
Forever closed her eyes
Sara...deeply moving write...cheers...love n luck...BHUWAN!!!
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/12/2004 6:52:01 PM
well done........yes!
Leaving Diana (Poetry) - 8/12/2004 5:11:11 PM
This is finely written in form and with grace in expression.
The lines of repetition are most effective, in light of the argument.
Excellent message.
Sara, so good to see you back here, and writing.
I took a peek at your bio and am very glad to hear you're on the mend.
