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by Joseph Anderson
Mon Apr 13, 2015 4:34 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Elusive Love
Replies: 6
Views: 5943

Elusive Love

I spied my love fast stealing, from the reaches of her heart and hastened to it boldly, sure to overcome it's start; But, lo! It did elude me, determined to depart. Then came her love, pursuing through our vale of agony, O'er the walls of hopelessness, with calm necessity. Dear Lord, her love recapt...
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Apr 11, 2015 6:51 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dave Macaroon and Edmund Millimetre
Replies: 6
Views: 5554

Re: Dave Macaroon and Edmund Millimetre

Were you writing about England or America-whatever- you did a mosttruthful and telling job, with all the salient facts I must remember this if and when
I head for my voting precinct again. Excellant exposure-Great rhyme and flow
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Apr 11, 2015 2:43 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Swedish Birthday Party In Australia
Replies: 7
Views: 7450

Re: Swedish Birthday Party In Australia

Karin-This is somewhat remindful of our Scotch Irish type hoe downs during my early years in the Appalacion foothills of America..So beautifully
descriptive.A very endearing and memorably rendered poem.It does take me back home to precious memories
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Apr 09, 2015 6:03 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Not Crying
Replies: 5
Views: 5098

Re: Not Crying

Stella-This poem is so inclusive.It has an almost universal appeal.It could have been written for anyone,everyone,even me.Please pardon my
vanity.A most appealing gem
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Apr 08, 2015 3:08 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Life's Weary Road-Sonnet
Replies: 6
Views: 6030

Life's Weary Road-Sonnet

Life's weary road I've wandered ever long, through victories, triumphs and much defeat. The friends who traveled with me now are gone, another time with them would be a treat. The best of life seemed always up ahead, as I pressed onward in my hurried haste; With things or words I should have done or...
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Apr 08, 2015 2:06 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: For Tom ( a response to his poem)
Replies: 6
Views: 5536

Re: For Tom ( a response to his poem)

Stella -A purr fect response for Tom and his love affair.I bet you just threw this together in a moments notice.It was great
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Apr 08, 2015 2:01 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Day We Met
Replies: 7
Views: 6470

Re: The Day We Met

Tom-Just great innerweaving of rhyme.Reminds me of EA Poe.A unigue and unusual pairing had me fooled up to the very end A purr fect write
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Apr 06, 2015 10:16 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Line Of Rhyme
Replies: 4
Views: 5888

Re: A Line Of Rhyme

Denys-A delight to read. You are a whiz when you are in the rhymning mode.I got to agree with Stella-A poem to remember.Great with imagery
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Apr 04, 2015 3:43 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: When The Flowers Bloom (Pentaiku)
Replies: 5
Views: 6856

Re: When The Flowers Bloom (Pentaiku)

Cindy- Your adaptation to this new form is really remarkableThe title sets the tone and I feel right in the of the conversation. A fine job
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Apr 03, 2015 10:06 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Before Life Got In The Way
Replies: 2
Views: 3804

Re: Before Life Got In The Way

A memorable and highly touching poem with a telling title. The flow,cadence and gifted rhyming pattern was tremendous. This I shall long remember
because it to often happens.A classic write
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Apr 02, 2015 10:24 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dear Daddy ~ Pentaiku poem
Replies: 3
Views: 3893

Re: Dear Daddy ~ Pentaiku poem

If this is a new form of poetry,I will buy itThe conversational style just lets the reader right in.Lovely and likeable.I certainly enjoyed it
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Apr 02, 2015 10:18 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Little Messages For My Daughter (Pentaiku poem)
Replies: 7
Views: 10621

Re: Little Messages For My Daughter (Pentaiku poem)

Karin-A great conversational type of poetry. I have never heard of that word,but then I like it. I believe I could do that,but not like you,Stella or Tom.
It was a joy to read. A fine job.
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Apr 02, 2015 8:24 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Mother Dear (Pentaiku poem)
Replies: 3
Views: 4708

Re: Mother Dear (Pentaiku poem)

Tom -I could not find that word in my dictionary.Thats okay for I really got a kick out of your new style poetry.A very conversational way of writing.
I enjoyed it immensely
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Apr 02, 2015 2:46 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dropping A Line- My Muse
Replies: 4
Views: 4721

Dropping A Line- My Muse

Ofttimes when in a dark despair, with troubles on my mind I amble to my fishing hole, bait hook and drop a line. I see the myriad clouds roll by, see nature's world abound ; Midst hills and dales, flowers and birds, "tis here life's joys are found. And soon I drift in reveries on thoughts of by...
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Apr 01, 2015 7:05 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN
Replies: 7
Views: 7889

Re: HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN

Stephen-May you have many more happy and prosperous years.You are deserving
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 23, 2015 4:17 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dream-catchers
Replies: 9
Views: 7890

Re: Dream-catchers

Stella-I am trying hard to not become a convert to free verse, but you are dimming my efforts with your splendid beauties.I am conceding.You
and Walt Whitman are convincing me.It probably to late for me to try it
by Joseph Anderson
Tue Mar 17, 2015 5:45 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Falling Into You
Replies: 6
Views: 5744

Re: Falling Into You

Stella- I love your brevity with words.This is another ethereal,soulful and sinfully beautiful write. Just go to the head of the class
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 10:16 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - Clean and A Fresh Start
Replies: 4
Views: 4461

Re: 2015 - Clean and A Fresh Start

Seema-You have given us much sage and sound reasonings and in a beautiful,flowing, well cadenced poem.It has near perfect rhyming balance.
A splendid job that I will long remember
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 8:08 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Brook of Words
Replies: 6
Views: 6046

Re: A Brook of Words

An A one rhymer and a metaphoric master.Wow-That title says it all.This is a smooth, sweet flowing beaut
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 8:02 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Poetic de-vices!
Replies: 11
Views: 10846

Re: Poetic de-vices!

A unique presentation which covered all the bases extremely well. Just a learning experience for me.Great title
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 7:57 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Waves and Whisky Quatern
Replies: 6
Views: 6278

Re: Waves and Whisky Quatern

Welcome-Some of the best poetry I have seen on various poetry sites have come from your fair and mystic land.I would include this among them.
Unusual,unique rhyming patterns, with repetitions works very well.A very enjoyable read. Please continue
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 6:38 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Vegetarian Dinner Party
Replies: 8
Views: 8380

Re: The Vegetarian Dinner Party

A seductive,sensuous vegetarian dinner party.It might be the picture,the poem or my sex on my mind attiitude. While I struggle in my rhymning rut, you
and Stella are turning out this uniquely beautiful style of poetry. Please pardon my envy you sweet ,great lady
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 4:00 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: She Walks
Replies: 6
Views: 7010

Re: She Walks

A mystical and beautiful flowing poem. Very melodic and memorable.Full of intriguing thoughts.Love the smooth cadenced rhyme
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 3:18 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: When Eternity Calls
Replies: 7
Views: 6821

When Eternity Calls

The time shall come for you, for all when we shall take our final rest and we should face that final call, if we have live our life as blessed. Did we search for truth each day, could we laugh and shed a tear; Were there friends along the way, did we have and conquer fear? Did we wrestle earthly gre...
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 6:27 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Spring Morning Mine
Replies: 6
Views: 6429

Re: Spring Morning Mine

Tom-a precious reminder of what is on the way,done in fine style.After fighting through two feet of late snow here in America I am more then
ready.A cheering read.
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 6:19 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: JOSEPH'S BIRTHDAY
Replies: 11
Views: 10049

Re: JOSEPH'S BIRTHDAY

Ah,Gee,Gosh, Wow!-I am a poet at a loss for words. Thank you,thank you Stella for the great uplift you gave to my life. This was a sweet and dear
act. You know I love rhyme and you did it splendidly. This will linger with me for my remaining days.Bless you.
by Joseph Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 2:02 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Candid View On Aging
Replies: 6
Views: 5654

A Candid View On Aging

I sat before my desk last eve to assess my current plight; The things I see,you might agree, indicate a major blight. My heartbeat is irregular and likewise are my bowels; My appetite has flown the coop, while my nervous stomach growls. My sex drive took a wrong way turn on life's highway some miles...
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Mar 11, 2015 7:48 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Irritable Vowel Syndrome
Replies: 8
Views: 7653

Re: Irritable Vowel Syndrome

LOL-what a great title.I laughed so hard that now I have irritable bowels .A wonderful escape from the heavy stuff
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Mar 08, 2015 5:52 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Tribute to Woman.
Replies: 3
Views: 4673

Re: Tribute to Woman.

I can agree with all you have said.With women in charge this woud be a kinder, safer and a more benelvolent world and you have expressed this
so very well.Us males need to stifle our egos.This eeded to be said
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Mar 07, 2015 6:25 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - A Beautiful Gift of Heaven
Replies: 2
Views: 2693

Re: 2015 - A Beautiful Gift of Heaven

A beautiful bit of truth. I agree with all you have written. A very precious gift for all mankind Where would we be without them.A sincere,heartfelt
poem and ever so worthy
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Mar 07, 2015 4:07 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Yesterdays
Replies: 9
Views: 8420

Re: Yesterdays

Ken- a great nostalgic bit of poetry, great with rhyme and cadence.Love the brevity.A splendid read- will read again
by Joseph Anderson
Sat Mar 07, 2015 4:01 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Mother, Forgive Me-Sonnet
Replies: 3
Views: 4841

Mother, Forgive Me-Sonnet

When viewed up close most fabled works of art appear as blurs, just daubs of paint and so; When someone lives to close their hearts will know those petty feuds, where brain rules over heart. Those many family envies and disputes, those many major ripples in life's sea turn love and joy to human mise...
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Mar 06, 2015 3:26 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: My Ragdoll Cat 'Sky' As A Kitten.
Replies: 9
Views: 8818

Re: My Ragdoll Cat 'Sky' As A Kitten.

Karin- I will be looking at cats in a new light for you have made this one so appealing.
I loved your perfect cadenced rhyme. You can write in any genre and very well
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Mar 06, 2015 3:16 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Arrival of Spring ~ a Sonnet
Replies: 4
Views: 4537

Re: The Arrival of Spring ~ a Sonnet

Stella- my love of sonnets, rhyme and spring gives me a reason to rate this extremely
high.We, here in Kentucky are snow bound with a record 17 inches of snow so what could be
better then this lilting look at spring. A classic gem. I also love the final lines
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Mar 04, 2015 7:02 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - Moving Pieces of the Puzzle
Replies: 4
Views: 4142

Re: 2015 - Moving Pieces of the Puzzle

Sage and sound advice for getting through this trying life.Great flow and rhyme and much thought in this very fine poem.Let us all heed this
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Mar 04, 2015 6:53 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Unsung.
Replies: 3
Views: 4717

Re: Unsung.

A compassionate, caring poem for the down and out . Written with great feeling. Sad, so very sad.This should move anyone
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Mar 04, 2015 6:42 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Lifting the Grey
Replies: 7
Views: 6666

Re: Lifting the Grey

Like fifty shades of gray,until that fated day when a rainbow came your way ,upliftng, inspiring and very well crafted.We need those spirit lifters,
quite often
by Joseph Anderson
Wed Mar 04, 2015 4:34 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: done with poet freak
Replies: 7
Views: 7956

Re: done with poet freak

Welcome-I am sure you can add much to this cosy, compatible site.We are free of confrontation, free of smut and are dedicated to the finer
aspects of poetry.,small, but potent
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 02, 2015 6:07 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Sleep Dreamer's Lullaby Fall
Replies: 4
Views: 6702

Re: Sleep Dreamer's Lullaby Fall

Karin- You dont seem to need rhyme to get your message across.Your free verse is many miles ahead of most I read.It must be something
in that Australian atmosphere that favors fine poetry. The only problem is, you dont post enough
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 02, 2015 5:59 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Happy Birthday To March Birthdays Especially Those of Senior Years...You Sweet Birds of Youth
Replies: 2
Views: 4085

Re: Happy Birthday To March Birthdays Especially Those of Senior Years...You Sweet Birds of Youth

Dorothy-I will be 90 come March 12 and really enjoyed this poem. It was so cheerful and uplifting. Thank you for this great tribute for us aging
ones. A truly inspiring write
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 02, 2015 4:30 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Behind The Cloud
Replies: 11
Views: 9620

Re: Behind The Cloud

Sage, sound advice and true We are what we make ourselves to be An inspiring ,uplifting thought to hang our hats on
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 02, 2015 3:53 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - It's My Moment
Replies: 7
Views: 6041

Re: 2015 - It's My Moment

Uplifting,inspiring and very motivatingThe repitition of Its my moment adds impact to this.Highly enjoyable writing
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 02, 2015 3:38 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Fantasy
Replies: 7
Views: 5638

Re: Fantasy

Thanh you Stella for this beautiful,ethereal piece of poetry.Great thought, presentation and wonderful rhyme, which I adore. This is as heaven sent-
love it
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Mar 02, 2015 3:06 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Where Have All The Poets Gone?
Replies: 7
Views: 6437

Where Have All The Poets Gone?

Where are the poets of my youth, who knew the power of rhyme? They opened doors of life for me, enchanted with their imagery and ennobled man's humanity; It was a better time. Now, they choose to write in free verse, free from substance, style and rhyme and I get lost along the way, intent on what t...
by Joseph Anderson
Sun Mar 01, 2015 7:17 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Force Nine or Maybe Ten
Replies: 6
Views: 5986

Re: Force Nine or Maybe Ten

Tom- a vivid sea saga.I am with you and wont be sailing again.Stirring and dramatic,downright scary.Well told
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Feb 27, 2015 7:10 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Night Undone
Replies: 8
Views: 6391

Re: The Night Undone

It is doubtful that you had need of inspiration. The deep, insightful reverence you share with us is a beauty in itself. It can stand alone.One
does not run into this caliber of writing but very seldom-a genuine gem
by Joseph Anderson
Fri Feb 27, 2015 7:10 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Night Undone
Replies: 8
Views: 6391

Re: The Night Undone

It is doubtful that you had need of inspiration. The deep, insightful reverence you share with us is a beauty in itself. It can stand alone.One
does not run into this caliber of writing but very seldom-a genuine gem
by Joseph Anderson
Tue Feb 24, 2015 11:06 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Let Us Pray For Our Hostess Stella Armour
Replies: 11
Views: 10596

Re: Let Us Pray For Our Hostess Stella Armour

Karin-I know that Stella will greatly appreciate and enjoy this most beautiful poem.I do hope all is going well for her. It is poets such as you and
Stella that make this such a fine site. A bravo for you two
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 23, 2015 11:27 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Somewhere in Time ~ pantoum
Replies: 9
Views: 8063

Re: Somewhere in Time ~ pantoum

A new one for me- a pantoum Well, it was delightful,you old romanticist.True love is a many splendored thing.You are a whiz with your
varied styles
by Joseph Anderson
Mon Feb 23, 2015 11:19 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: DIY
Replies: 9
Views: 7252

Re: DIY

Tom -a very interesting write.wish I could figure out that title. I am lost there.An intriging write, even with my confusion

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