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Recollections

Lost in an orchid. You and I. Drunken songbirds, we’ve sipped the waves And drank of day, of dank, of dusk Together. You and I. Yesterday a mystery slapped me So hard I became a question mark. Now I stare in the face of memory, a prisoner, Body, soul, and reason in the orchard At La Pina beneath the sweltering pine. Platero...

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Carrie Richards

Date: 1/9/2010 10:08:00 AM

What an amazing talent you have! Breathless your poetry makes me...

Adeleke Adeite

Date: 1/8/2010 9:30:00 AM

Congrats on your wonderful poem making it through the first round, keep your powerful pen writing… excellent you! Your friend in poetry Adeleke

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen

Date: 1/5/2010 5:58:00 AM

Congratulations John, You have made it through the first round of judging for Poetrysoup October 13, 2009 poetry contest with your poem "Recollections". All I can say is, WOW! That's a great poem. 2009 was a successful year of poetry for you. I come, now, wishing you continued success in your writing endeavors throughout 2010 and for many years to come. God be with you. Lovingly, Dane Ann

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 12/22/2009 9:08:00 AM

Congratulations on being a first round survivor and the best to you in the finals John. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol

P Sheart

Date: 12/21/2009 8:13:00 AM

Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty