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 seven books; "Wings of Inspiration," "Rhymes of the Joke Machine," "The Air Almighty," "Martin's World," "Secrets of the Wind," "Mother of Life." and "Poet's Island," (published by Cyberwit.net), Published works in Mature Years, 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...

“Who am I? I'm a poet. What do I do? I write. And how do I live? I live.” –Rodolpho, in Puccini's La Bohème Before Passion Becomes Philosophy Such Beauty Such Fair Beauty That We Should Know In Them And Call Them Ours… The Rose, Symbol of Passion. The embodiment of life. Its scent enchanting... Its petals enticing... In each silky-smooth...  fragile fold... Images of past, present, and future Are suggestively rendered And ready to be found. The Rose, Symbol of Philosophy The representation of opposites. A source of profound beauty And at the same time, If one fails to grasp it properly, A source of prolific pain And resonant regret. This Blog is dedicated to the Passion of Life Before the Philosophy of tomorrow gives it Its meaning. The yearnings... the longings... The desirous aching found Within each unrestricted beat Of a man's heart. This is my story and these are my songs Now and for all time WELCOME TO THE PLAYGROUND OF MY MIND…

These are writings from the inner workings of a mind in constant thought about LIFE and everything it entails for the purpose of self-transcendence and with the intention to bring more understanding and healing to my own life and possibly those of others. My journey is one of self-exploration and discovery. Since my beliefs lie on the premise that we are so strongly connected to everything in existence, in getting to know myself I am getting to know the world. Learning about the world teaches me about myself. I find freedom in understanding and expression. My one true love is the paradox of questioning existence.

“Everyone in me is a bird. I am beating all my wings.” - Anne sexton

I started writing when I was incarcerated in feb 2013. It is and was very cathartic, it has in many ways helped me express and reflect on myself. It has become very important to me. Every piece I write is a small piece of myself. Hope you enjoy.

Reader, Writer, Painter, Carver, Author, Chef, Comedian, Stargazer,Monk, Mason, Monster,lol... "Your love tainted me from within, Was your arch angel, but you turned me into Damien . Regardless, still the most earnest artist, no matter how far my minds departed into darkness."

I rarely post... but, when I do... it means something to me! I write from the hip, straight to the chest. Take it or leave it. I love! I FEEL! I yell! I hurt! I wish everyone would snap the fuck out of it!!! BUT! Until such things come to pass, which is not likely in my lifetime, HERE! My poems, filled with LOVE! For you, for free. rip me off if you want. steal my words, claim them as your own if you wish, just as long as they spread like fire. As one of my many mentors, Nahko, says, "In the end, we are all spirit anyway..."

The Split Man sculpture represents the mental state of the dysfunctional human (here represented as a 30 year old). This human (male or female) is falling apart because he/she cannot or will not dedicate his or her life to one goal, consequently can’t create his/her true self, and, by failing to apply that true self, achieve self-realization. Failure to make the goal a reality results in en-darkenment, to wit, (energy) depression. Achievement of the goal results in en-lightenment, to wit, (energy) elation, and the experience of rapturous joy. The Split Man wants to die, in fact, needs to die. He/she needs to return to his/her original state in order to recover his/her essential self, therefore his or her unique life purpose (read: dharma). It’s the 100% application of life purpose (or dharma) that leads to the experience of the true self. Split Man, Victoria’s Way, Co Wicklow Ireland

LA Love life Think bright Write beautiful things

My name is Ronaldo Queiroz, but my friends and family call me Ronnie. I am Brazilian and I live in the state of São Paulo. I am 21 years old and writing poetry since 17. My poems, mostly, are intimate, addressing issues related to human emotions.

Well i am only thirteen and i been writting poetry for awhile i love to write it and now i what to share my work

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Its not easy..it never will be...but the least we can do is try... We all gotta start somewhere...even closed books need to be picked up in order to be read...sometimes stuff takes time.. It's a work in progress... Words that I've never gotten to say...

"I am .. I choose to be" my life has been far from ordinary, I only wish to share my experiences and thoughts with those who would appreciate them and the emotion i bring. I just started writing and I'm fallin in love with it, I know I need to work on my format but please share your thoughts and comments and please be honest i need that. thanx and one luv!

I am writing an epic poem in blank verse about the lives and ideas of philosophers and scientists Feel free to friend me to chat about poetry. http://facebook.com/Surazeus Excerpts of my epic. http://scribd.com/Surazeus Science of Hermes, Volume 1 for sale http://tinyurl.com/Hermead1

I'm a 20-year-old independent, and outspoken individual. I don't write to impress anybody, I've found that writing is a healthy way for me to cope with my depression and other emotions, whether they're nostalgic, happy, or an ambivalent mixture of the two. I'm in the process of trying to find myself. I'm from Massachusetts, the state with the most successful sports teams (in my opinion at least), aggressive drivers, "wicked" rude people, bipolar weather, and awesome clam chowder. Oh yeah, - it's also the world headquarters of mispronouncing the letter "R". :) One of my greatest influences in life has been Hayley Williams, the front woman of the band Paramore. Growing up as a teen, I felt completely alone. Her music helped me find a much stronger part of myself that I wouldn't have realized existed otherwise. It's an amazing feeling when you discover music that you can relate to some of the most heartfelt moments of your life, and other components of it that make you who you are. I'm an animal, piercing, tattoo, and book lover, and also a huge motorcycle enthusiast. - Would love to own one sometime in the near future! If you'd like to talk to me more, feel free to email me anytime at the email I have provided! <3 Diana D.

Just a University student doing what I love and working towards bettering myself along the way. Excited to share my work with people who are passionate about poetry as I am. All critiques and comments are welcome with open arms.

Do you know what its like To be alone In a sea-full of souls? To stare out, and have not one stare back at you It makes you question if you really exist, What am I?

Hi. Welcome to my little poetry world. I write about love and life, love mostly. I'm in love with romance, happy romance, and sad romance. I'm in love with unattainable feelings. Perhaps I live in a bubble, because ironically, I've never been in love, but I'm fascinated by the idea of it. It makes me smile, and makes me cry too. It makes me hopeful, for once. I write about those feelings that are lingering in my skin, the ones I long for, the ones I'm dying to feel. Those intense feelings that can lift me up, and destroy me before I wake up from the fever dream that romance is. I know it's not everyone's cup of tea. But if you have read until this line, I hope you enjoy these silly little poems. x