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  August 2022     2 days ago

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Adverse Undertow

The travesty of a snipped and bridled lifetime
is a diagram of splitting an essence
One can witness such in a soul’s survival
Establishing miraculous manifestations beyond belief

Is a diagram of splitting an essence
synonymous with taking a...

by Jeffrey Powell

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A Miracle for Breakfast

“Miracles enable us to judge of doctrine, and doctrine enables us to judge of miracles.” - Blaise Pascal



At six o’clock we were waiting for coffee,
Waiting for coffee and the charitable crumb
That was going to be served from a...

by Elizabeth Bishop

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Vardøgr (fetcher spirit)

Will one’s co-walker return to their own herd
no longer from to be heard
after the mortal shell’s interred?

Without reason to walk ahead
whistle, scuttle, mimic tread
whereupon that life is shed?

Wool-gathering of a mental sort
divorced...

by Jeffrey Powell

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The Science Exists

The novelty has since worn off
What fickle, frail, and aimless feats
of distillated, senseless beats
have been evincing all ken doffed

If circumstance could grant the lease
of exemplary faculties
in lieu of glial casualties
there’s...

by Jeffrey Powell

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U and I

All the letters of the alphabet

  The righteous way should choose,
But two of them, especially,

  Should mind their P's and Q's;
A deal of trouble in this world,

  And much that goes awry,
Could be prevented easily

  By these two, U and...

by Pauline Frances Bishop Camp

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added 4 months ago
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They are truly mystical beings.

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Holy heck this is terrific!!--almost like a succinct prayer for calibrating oneself for an impending task.

Excellently made!

9 days ago

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I enjoyed this - you are bringing some talent to the table.

Good write!

9 days ago

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“There is no beginning and no end,”
..only becoming.
~An enjoyable little poem!

11 days ago

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Well, it doesn’t look like you’re struggling to get views but it is likely these are more from casual observers….Try not to think of it in terms of a social media setting. Although this site is interactive, people are drawn to what appeals to them and unfortunately, that interest may not be reciprocal. For what it's worth, l suggest you experiment with some different poetic forms or styles –if for no other reason than to say that you tried it. 

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Marvelous commentary....you're something of a poet (for sure)!

16 days ago

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so what if they may think this sappy but this type of idealism is my groove.
I'll have to read your others as my curiosity has been aroused.

16 days ago

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We don’t have to reward superficiality because society does.

17 days ago

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Splendidly packaged poem ...
(my apologies for only now discovering it )
-this gently plods and prods to a satisfying conclusion.
Bravo!

18 days ago

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“Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self.” - Cyril Connolly

20 days ago

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Sure thing, when something catches my eye I like to let the writer know they’ve produced something of merit and value.

I’ve yet to even get a vote in the contests but, like a boxer, I keep coming back for more. It is interesting to learn about your exploits and l am fascinated that you have this creative side to you too. A good boxer is balanced in offense and defense and I feel that in writing a good poem, there must be an equal blend of the right elements as well.

Fare well in your hand-to-hand endeavors!
 

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I’m sure that there is a short list of parties who are aware of the specific scene or situation the poet is depicting and though it is difficult to identify with, or get a handle on exactly what is being presented as a neutral reader, nevertheless -like any art you may not ‘get,’ you still know that there is something there- you know it’s art....this is definitely poetry---good poetry. 

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Breezing by again ..wanted to let you know that I voted for this back when it was entered in July of last year. I still see something in it. A message of hope and promise always warms my soul.

Are you really an amateur boxer or just like to spar for the exercise..? 

21 days ago

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The fortunes of a few mean less for the rest.
Seems you are hitting on power and social struggles which are emblematic of humans since civilization began.
Quite concise and on-point Ludy.

22 days ago

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indeed and those death cries (no matter by whom) are as unfortunate as the reprehensibleness of meaningless conflict.
I would have commented regardless but it is encouraging that the site is now offering rewards for increased interaction....hopefully bring the community a little closer.
good day Susan! 

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