Hero- Poetry month selection #2

April is poetry month and while I should have written something new for the occasion, I pulled this from my “still working” files. When I encounter people in the world, I tend to… Read More →

April is poetry month- “Bluebird” by Bukowski

It was only 4 short years ago that I was introduced to the works of writer/poet, Charles Bukowski. Since that time I have collected and read numerous pieces of his poetry, yet with… Read More →

Some Sunday Po- Avenue A

sitting on this gray step worn old from life, i see the world at its finest dog on a chain hating his sports coat wearing owner who calls his wife honey, keeps a… Read More →

I like to hang with good company

Some of you may know that I write poetry and also founded a non-profit poetry organization, take-it-to-the-streets. To be honest, I only wrote my first poem around four years ago and then found… Read More →

In the season of sharing, I have a gift for you

My cyber-friend Luke Prater, a UK poet has written & recorded a most wonderful poem. I tend to not post much poetry, but this one begs to be shared. When reading these words… Read More →

Tuesday is Po Day

I have not written many poems this year, been busy trying to get all my “loose” words in order. I have not, nor will I ever call myself a “Poet”. I am someone… Read More →

Sunday afternoon/night Po

movements in third minor i always searched for a tall, dark handsome one who would take me to Tibet or feed me chilled mango slices by the Aegean sea and shield noon-day sun… Read More →

For what binds us-(Poetry Monday)

I wanted to share this poem..I know many of you may not read poetry, and many of you do. This poem by Jane Hirsfield is a reflection of any person that has loved.… Read More →

A few words from Frank O’Hara

The beauty of poetry  is there is something/someone for everyone’s taste. I share with you today Frank O’Hara, an American “beat” poet. I connect so well to his words because like him, I… Read More →