Donal Mahoney, a native of Chicago, lives in St. Louis, Missouri. His fiction and poetry have appeared in various publications, including The Wisconsin Review, The Kansas Quarterly, The South Carolina Review, The Christian Science Monitor, The Beloit Poetry Journal, Commonweal, The Galway Review (Ireland), Public Republic (Bulgaria), Revival (Ireland), The Istanbul Literary Review (Turkey) and other magazines. Some of his earliest work can be found at http://booksonblog12.blogspot.com; some newer work at http://eyeonlifemag.com/the-poetry-locksmith/donal-mahoney-poet.html#sthash.OSYzpgmQ.dpbs=

I have been writing poetry since my teens. Occasionally I have been published here and there. This blog is more fun, I enjoy reading the poems of others. Write On!

Madison Julius Cawein (March 23, 1865 – December 8, 1914) was a poet from Louisville, Kentucky. He was the fifth child of William and Christiana (Stelsly) Cawein. His father made patent medicines from herbs thus, as a child, Cawein became acquainted with and developed a love for local nature.

Sara Teasdale (August 8, 1884 – January 29, 1933) was an American lyric poet. She was born Sarah Trevor Teasdale in St. Louis, Missouri, and used the name Sara Teasdale Filsinger after her marriage in 1914. She had such poor health for so much of her childhood, home schooled until age 9, that it was only at age 10 that she was well enough to begin school. She started at Mary Institute in 1898, but switched to Hosmer Hall in 1899, graduating in 1903. I Shall Not Care WHEN I am dead and over me bright April Shakes out her rain-drenched hair, Tho' you should lean above me broken-hearted, I shall not care. I shall have peace, as leafy trees are peaceful When rain bends down the bough, And I shall be more silent and cold-hearted Than you are now.

Clarence Michael James Stanislaus Dennis, better (known as C. J. Dennis, 7 September 1876– 22 June 1938) was an Australian poet known for his humorous poems, especially “The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke”, published in the early 20th century. Though Dennis’s work is less well known today, his 1916 publication of The Sentimental Bloke sold 65,000 copies in its first year, and by 1917 he was the most prosperous poet in Australian history. Together with Banjo Paterson and Henry Lawson, both of whom he collaborated with, he is often considered among Australia’s three most famous poets.

The Story of Me The Abridged “Cliff Notes” Version Enter, stage right. There’s not much to tell, really—so I’ll be brief. Mine was an ordinary life, though it held its share of memorable moments. I was born with a quick mind, clever in ways that set me apart. But I can’t say I ever fully applied myself; that potential, while present, went largely unexplored. I’ve fallen in love, and out again—once, twice, perhaps three times. And now, later in life, I find myself in love once more, differently perhaps, but no less deeply. I led a quiet life. I was never famous. I never became outrageously wealthy. I didn’t do anything that the world might call exceptional. But I raised children who grew up to be fine people. They are strong, capable, and chasing dreams that I once only imagined. I’m proud of them—and grateful that they’re not like me in the ways that matter most. I helped others when I could. I tried to live by the idea of paying it forward, in hopes that when my own time comes, that kindness might circle back in some small way. Of course, I’ve made mistakes. I’ve rubbed some people the wrong way, spoken when I should have listened, withdrawn when I should have reached out. I hope, if they remember me at all, they’ll remember more of the good than the bad—and maybe forgive the rest before I make my final exit from starship Earth. So that’s the story of me: a long life by years, light on accolades, but rich in quiet joys and warm memories. And that, I think, is more than enough. Exit, stage left. Vic Evora 08-26-2015

Emily Elizabeth Dickinson (December 10, 1830 – May 15, 1886) was an American poet. Little-known during her life, she has since been regarded as one of the most important figures in American poetry. Evidence suggests that Dickinson lived much of her life in isolation. Considered an eccentric by locals, she developed a penchant for white clothing and was known for her reluctance to greet guests or, later in life, to even leave her bedroom. Dickinson never married, and most friendships between her and others depended entirely upon correspondence.

The Story of Me The Abridged “Cliff Notes” Version Enter, stage right. There’s not much to tell, really—so I’ll be brief. Mine was an ordinary life, though it held its share of memorable moments. I was born with a quick mind, clever in ways that set me apart. But I can’t say I ever fully applied myself; that potential, while present, went largely unexplored. I’ve fallen in love, and out again—once, twice, perhaps three times. And now, later in life, I find myself in love once more, differently perhaps, but no less deeply. I led a quiet life. I was never famous. I never became outrageously wealthy. I didn’t do anything that the world might call exceptional. But I raised children who grew up to be fine people. They are strong, capable, and chasing dreams that I once only imagined. I’m proud of them—and grateful that they’re not like me in the ways that matter most. I helped others when I could. I tried to live by the idea of paying it forward, in hopes that when my own time comes, that kindness might circle back in some small way. Of course, I’ve made mistakes. I’ve rubbed some people the wrong way, spoken when I should have listened, withdrawn when I should have reached out. I hope, if they remember me at all, they’ll remember more of the good than the bad—and maybe forgive the rest before I make my final exit from starship Earth. So that’s the story of me: a long life by years, light on accolades, but rich in quiet joys and warm memories. And that, I think, is more than enough. Exit, stage left. Vic Evora 08-26-2015

POETRY: * Influenced by the passion and vibrant imagery created by the words of Khalil Gibran, Pablo Neruda, Grace Chacon Leon, Cory Garcia, Nelson Reyes, and J Ann Crowder. * Author of eight books; "Wings of Inspiration," "Rhymes of the Joke Machine," "The Air Almighty," "Martin's World," "Secrets of the Wind," "Mother of Life," "Poet's Island," and "Words and Wings," (published by Cyberwit.net), and two chapbooks. (published by In His Steps Publishers) Published works in Mature Years, Paradise of Poetry (Chinese Publication), Alive Now, Torrid Literature Journal, Universal Oneness Anthology, Taj Mahal Review, Eastern Sea Bards Poetry, Inkling Magazine, Page & Spine, Charles Carter Anthologies, Purpose Magazine, Terror House Magazine, Brief Wilderness, Cowboy Poetry Press, The Voices Project, Aberration Labyrinth, Long Shot Books, Academy of the Heart & Mind, Blue Lake Review, Gival Press, The Higgs Weldon, Funny In Five Hundred, Verse-Virtual, Wilderness House Literary Review, White Liquor Mag, Ygdrasil Literary Journal, Poetica, Green Silk Journal, Madswirl, Lyrical Passion Poetry E-Zine, Poet's Pen, Storyteller, FreeXpression, Poets' Espresso, Long Story Short, Oddball Magazine, Asinine Poetry, Write On!!, American Legion On-Line, Pegasus Review, Prayerworks, Stepping Stones, Love's Chance, Poet's Haven, Jerry Jazz Musician, Fullosia Press, The Sheltered Poet, The Belt and Beyond, Blue Minaret, and Ego Phobia. * Wrote two chapbooks entitled "In Reverence to Life" and "A Sage's Diary," (published by In His Steps Publishing). Won two poetry awards (Faith and Hope) and appeared in many anthology books. His poetry also has been narrated and set to music by Narad. MUSIC: * Playing, writing, and arranging music for most of life. * Studied music at Westlake College of Music in Hollywood, California in 1958 and majored in piano. * Played in the 82nd Army Band in Stuttgard, Germany from 1962 until 1964. * Played in the Jimmy Dorsey Band in 1965. * Played in a band in Bergen, Norway in 1966. * Composed score for Dr. Ira Cochin's Rally George in Valley Forge children's play. * Playing the organ at John Wesley Covenant Church in Wind Gap, PA since 1993. THE REST OF LIFE: Born in Ashtabula, Ohio, and moved to New York City shortly thereafter. Got married in 1984 and had a wonderful daughter in 1985. Can be found at his home in Bangor, PA at his keyboard, or in front of a yellow legal pad, pen in hand...

I LOVE GOD I LOVE HUMANITY I LOVE WRITING GREAT POEMS, GREAT SLEEP A'BED ENUFF SAID Begging your pardon fellow writers, I believe: "nuff said" ❤

E.J. Waling is considered by many in the literary community to be the Salvador Dalí of poetry. His rough-hewn unfettered style mimics the artist’s unconventional view of perceived reality. W.J. Waling encourages (through the skeletal nature of his writings) the reader to focus on the individual meaning of each word, thus allowing its message to be front and center. Meaning that can be muted within sentences and paragraphs. This creates vividness otherwise hidden. The skeletal nature of his efforts also allows the reader to flesh  out meaning based on the readers personal worldview. Thus, no two observers are reading the exact same creation.