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by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 23, 2015 6:42 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: It's Lent again
Replies: 7
Views: 6152

Re: It's Lent again

Very reverent,very important. Faith will see us through.A precious reminder,penned with grace
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 23, 2015 6:36 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 1
Replies: 6
Views: 5735

Re: Leave It

Tom- just look ahead and get on down the road.A truly,truthful write. Brief, direct and right on target..Good, very good
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 23, 2015 6:31 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Precrastination
Replies: 6
Views: 6722

Re: Precrastination

I had great fun perusing this one. A little bit of nonsence lightens lifes heavy load. You are not prevaricating to me ,are you.A great fun write
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 23, 2015 4:40 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Will You love Me Then
Replies: 5
Views: 5596

Will You love Me Then

Will you love me , come the morrow as you did in yesteryear, for my heart is full of sorrow; Tell me, tell me, my sweet dear. If I falter when I'm walking and my hair is gray and thin, if I struggle when I'm talking, will you love me, even then? When I am weary, worn and bent, with life's passions b...
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Feb 20, 2015 6:08 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Ghost Town (acrostic)
Replies: 6
Views: 7784

Re: Ghost Town (acrostic)

Cindy-the name fits the subject matter perfectly..It fits together beautifully, with great and telling brevity.Well penned
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Feb 19, 2015 6:53 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Love ~ (untitled 1)
Replies: 7
Views: 6823

Re: Love ~ (untitled 1)

Could it be that the unspoken words,the meaningful looks and the precious touches is the glue that binds lovers toghether?This you have told
us in a beautiful poem.I love it.
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Feb 19, 2015 6:41 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Places You Won't Find My Cellphone
Replies: 9
Views: 8093

Re: Places You Won't Find My Cellphone

Steady my friend you are so right.A great job in telling us so.It was great to see that someone knows when to lay them down.A thorough job here
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Feb 19, 2015 4:01 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - Peep Through Life's Mist
Replies: 4
Views: 4959

Re: 2015 - Peep Through Life's Mist

A well woven and inspiratioal poem, touching on all things that are reverent to life.Uplifting and done with grace
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Feb 18, 2015 11:20 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Painted Reflections
Replies: 6
Views: 7114

Re: Painted Reflections

Sweet,tender with great nostalgiaThough sad and wistful it was still a joyous read.The closing couplets in each stanza added impact. A great read
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Feb 18, 2015 8:34 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Blue Mountains 8 (haiku)
Replies: 8
Views: 7965

Re: Blue Mountains 8 (haiku)

Ken-the images you created in this excellant haiku will linger longer then those echoes in that canyon.I would like to write in this form, but
cant seem to concentrate it to your great brevity-brilliant
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Feb 18, 2015 5:02 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Space For Self.
Replies: 6
Views: 6390

Re: Space For Self.

Reverent,mystic,metaphorical with many memorable trains of thought wrapped with great imagery. Loan me your muse-a splendid job
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Feb 18, 2015 3:20 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Why I Must Write-Sonnet
Replies: 5
Views: 5135

Why I Must Write-Sonnet

When I survey this world amid'st it's blight, with famine, storms and threats of global war; Are we descending unto final night? I must do more then view this from afar. No longer do we know the wrong from right, we're drowning in a world of greed and lust; Can we no longer see the blessed light and...
by Joseph Anderson
Tue Feb 17, 2015 3:27 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Himself
Replies: 6
Views: 6444

Re: Himself

Those greedy gulls have followed me even in the inland northern great lakes of America.You better cover that cheese and bread. A True and
e joyable write-done so well
by Joseph Anderson
Tue Feb 17, 2015 3:16 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: All By Myself
Replies: 4
Views: 7234

Re: All By Myself

Cindy-I am listening and totally agreeing with you. This is a telling and true breakdown of most conversations.Thanks for telling it like it is
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Feb 15, 2015 3:23 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Blowing Kisses (a senryu)
Replies: 12
Views: 9584

Re: Blowing Kisses (a senryu)

Stella-oft times the greatest beauty comes in the smallest package. This is definitely a full carat.Sweet memories for me, in this rare gem
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Feb 15, 2015 3:15 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Valentine's Day At Strawberry Fair
Replies: 7
Views: 7260

Re: Valentine's Day At Strawberry Fair

Romance and sensuality as lush as those red,ripe strawberries.Written in your usual, unusual way,but a beauty. Ah ,romance,I still remember
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 14, 2015 11:37 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: I’ll Not Do That Again (Triolet )
Replies: 8
Views: 7363

Re: I’ll Not Do That Again (Triolet )

Tom- it will probably happen again.I find myself laughing right through your pain and I am sorry.Excellant form,welldone.
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 14, 2015 11:30 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: I Know What It's Like
Replies: 8
Views: 9091

Re: I Know What It's Like

Cindy-a straightforward, lay it on the line write. Having travelled on that route,I feel your pain. Let us hope for a better tomorrow. Excellant write
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 14, 2015 11:19 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Valentine Day Wish
Replies: 4
Views: 5109

Re: A Valentine Day Wish

Sandra -a poignant and very moving story. Hopefully, the lttle girl may yet win this terrible battle. It was so caring and tboughtful of you to write
this
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 14, 2015 4:08 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: That Special Day
Replies: 5
Views: 5866

That Special Day

O! Wedding day, that blessed day where hope and love reside; The groom awaits, awaits his turn to claim the radiant bride. Their time has come, love wins again, perhaps the angels sing. This sacred ritual, when fulfilled, becomes a moving thing. As all await. a hush descends, commitment fills the ai...
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Feb 12, 2015 11:13 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Praise Him in all Seasons, Yea
Replies: 6
Views: 5569

Re: Praise Him in all Seasons, Yea

A boundiful,sincere reverence throughout a splendidly woven prayer of praise and thanks..This should move ones heart and soul..Classic in style
and form..A beauty
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Feb 12, 2015 6:23 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: It happens sometimes
Replies: 7
Views: 6903

Re: It happens sometimes

Your muse just up and left and is running wild in some poetic jungle.It happens to us all. Stay calm, it will return..You are doing fine without it
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Feb 11, 2015 11:29 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: She Doesn't Know I Write of Her...
Replies: 4
Views: 5029

Re: She Doesn't Know I Write of Her...

This is one beauty of a love poem.Passionate,Compassionate,tender,poignant I was sincerely moved by it. Many precious lines such as-her worth is
minted within my eyes.A lucky lady
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 09, 2015 11:10 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Forever Friends
Replies: 3
Views: 4600

Re: Forever Friends

As sweet and beautiful as any fairy tale.You really are a poet who loves to sing. So very tender and caring
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 09, 2015 11:05 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: On Experiencing Kindness for the First Time
Replies: 3
Views: 4392

Re: On Experiencing Kindness for the First Time

Tom-this was very moving for me as I was brought up under similiar circumstances You captured the hurt with poignancy.A sad and memorable
write.Hopefully ,this will ease any ligering hurt
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 09, 2015 4:56 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Ghost Of Me
Replies: 6
Views: 7086

Re: The Ghost Of Me

Unique in rhymning pattern.Mystical in concept.Soft,gentle flowing cadence.Alltogether, a beautifully penned poem. Thoroughly enjoyable
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 09, 2015 3:38 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Our Moonstruck Dreamscape
Replies: 9
Views: 8510

Re: Our Moonstruck Dreamscape

A heavenly or ethereal presentation in a very unigue way.Your many forms of writing just sends me-marvelous
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 09, 2015 2:26 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: To Life, With Love-Sonnet
Replies: 7
Views: 6932

To Life, With Love-Sonnet

When I indulge myself with silent thoughts, remembering the long departed past; I think on all the wasted battles fought, then turn my mind to sweeter things that last. To hear a newborn baby's lusty cry, to see the golden sun give earth rebirth; Remembered love brings forth a blissful sigh, these a...
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Feb 08, 2015 11:15 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Going Back
Replies: 4
Views: 4436

Re: Going Back

Mystic, metaphorical,majestic and mighty good. My type of poetry.Tell me this was just a dream?Stella-this is the best I have seen on any poem site.
Wow-a classic gem, one I wont soon forget-5 stars
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Feb 08, 2015 4:43 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Grey outside (haiku)
Replies: 9
Views: 7806

Re: Grey outside (haiku)

I marvel at the image you have created with just eleven words. Great concentration.I oft have wished to write in this form, but can not seem to
do it.Remarkable penning
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 07, 2015 11:27 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Just For You
Replies: 6
Views: 6186

Re: Just For You

And you have written in rhyme and meter extremely well.I think that it adds a lilt and lift to poetry.I really enjoyed this-great title
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 07, 2015 9:39 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Where does beauty live?
Replies: 4
Views: 5101

Re: Where does beauty live?

Nishu-A splendid analysis of the whereabouts of beauty.For me, beauty resides right here in your poetic offerings.Once penned they will be with us
from now onward. Save them, savor them,they are worth keeping
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Feb 07, 2015 4:29 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Perhaps
Replies: 3
Views: 4586

Re: Perhaps

But then it might be your mind playing tricks on your heart.A neat, sweer little write
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Feb 06, 2015 6:48 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: On being brown....
Replies: 9
Views: 7742

Re: On being brown....

I have Cherokee Indian blood running in my veins and am proud of it..Was M.L.King beautiful for his color or for what he stood for? Just keep writing
your great poetry and your beauty will come shining through.Color should no longer be a actor . Your father was so righy
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Feb 06, 2015 4:22 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: He's A Loner
Replies: 4
Views: 4902

He's A Loner

Look! A man is standing yonder, standing firmly, but alone; With a plan as bold as thunder, one, our group does not condone. His plan bids him never tarry with our lures of worldly worth, so his dreams will never parry visions of material girth. To our church he ne'er comes dwelling, yet his morals ...
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Feb 05, 2015 11:10 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Wintry Night
Replies: 4
Views: 3819

Re: A Wintry Night

Stella-you sure made a wintry night into a thing of near mystical beauty.A remarkable job using imagery for effective polish..It created a feeling
of cosy serenity-great, as usual
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 02, 2015 11:28 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Parody of Lady Macbeths speech
Replies: 7
Views: 6776

Re: Parody of Lady Macbeths speech

Great parady on that renowned lady. My wife battles with chocolate all the time.A hilarious, enjoyable poem and I really enjoyed it
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 02, 2015 11:08 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - Tender Blessings  And Dream
Replies: 8
Views: 6595

Re: 2015 - Tender Blessings  And Dream

Tender,heartfelt,touching and extremely well penned. A very joyful upglifting poem.Really liked itl
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 02, 2015 4:18 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Annabel
Replies: 6
Views: 5987

Re: Annabel

A smooth flowing poem with great cadence and a unique and unusual rhyming pattern.It is almost like a song.A well done bit of poetry
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Feb 01, 2015 4:23 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Seasons Of Life
Replies: 10
Views: 8297

Seasons Of Life

How like the seasons is our life, we face the sunshine, storms and strife. As seasons come, so they must go, we are enjoined within that flow. In spring we start our journey, new, when flowers bloom and skies are blue; The trees are budding, birds will sing, with youth in bloom it's always spring. '...
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Jan 31, 2015 8:49 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Suddenly.
Replies: 7
Views: 6708

Re: Suddenly.

Poetry is a blessing for our soul.A brief and splendid telling of that fact.A spirit lifter
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Jan 31, 2015 6:02 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: “PADDY THE POET”
Replies: 7
Views: 6068

Re: “PADDY THE POET”

Stella-though I am not familiar with Paddy, he must have been a dearly beloved person to bring forth such an endearing and glowing tribute.A
splendidly written poem, very smooth and flowing..You a great with rhyme, also
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Jan 29, 2015 11:10 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Winter Hiker
Replies: 9
Views: 8187

Re: Winter Hiker

A poem as pure as the driven snow.Brief,but a real beauty-great,flowing cadence-perfect rhyme and a joy to read
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Jan 29, 2015 11:09 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Winter Hiker
Replies: 9
Views: 8187

Re: Winter Hiker

A poem as pure as the driven snow.Brief,but a real beauty-great,flowing cadence-perfect rhyme and a joy to read
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Jan 29, 2015 8:09 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Through Her Eyes
Replies: 7
Views: 6837

Re: Through Her Eyes

He was missing the great beauty in life itself as you have so clearly stated.A very telling tale of the way we mortals face life.Sad, but true.Sort od
different strokes for differing folks
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:22 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: New Daughter & Granddaughter - To Stephen & Stella
Replies: 8
Views: 10068

Re: New Daughter & Granddaughter - To Stephen & Stella

A beautiful tribute for Stella and Steven She is somersaults for your heart ,what a telling line - beauty all the way.You are so thoughful
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:14 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Plagued by Dementia
Replies: 7
Views: 6579

Re: Plagued by Dementia

So tragic-I have a dear friend with advanced dementia and it takes its toll even on the care giver. Let us hope and pray that more help may be forth coming.
A profoundly moving write
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Jan 29, 2015 2:51 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Old Man And His Dam
Replies: 6
Views: 6043

Old Man And His Dam

He had to return to the old, old dam where he often swam as a lad; To see it crumbling, eroding away left him pensive, reflective and sad. And this he told me-- "I see the high and low water marks clearly etched on the battered old wall; With life's flotsam and jetsam pounding away, my old dam ...
by Joseph Anderson
Tue Jan 27, 2015 5:04 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Just Take My Hand (An Ottava Rima Poem)
Replies: 5
Views: 5520

Re: Just Take My Hand (An Ottava Rima Poem)

Karin-you have pictured your fair land as I oft have done and in a splendid,remarkable way.There is nothing to compare with all things natural.Tis like a beautiful painting an ode to the birds
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Jan 26, 2015 9:15 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Watching Reds At Tarn Hows
Replies: 3
Views: 4447

Re: Watching Reds At Tarn Hows

Tom- this was well cadenced and gently flowing.It seemed to sing itself right off the page. A great one to read aloud

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