Dan Kearley Poet Bio

The Poet

I remember the first time 
     I called myself a poet
       When someone asked what I do 
        With all the time in my day
          Not really sure how to answer 
        That one very easy question
      It somehow slipped from my mouth 
   At that time this way
 I'm A Poet?...

Still unsure if I was worthy to call myself that
  Though as the saying goes 
    "I had just now made my bed"
       And sleep in it I will
         For poetry to me is a thrill
       With it being the only way 
    To remove the thoughts from my head
  But Dare I Say I'm A Poet?...

But that's what poets do!
  They write words that flow through
     In hopes of sparking a thought or feeling
       In another persons mind
          So as I live out each day
        I let the words fall where they may
      With a thought that someone will be delighted 
   When reading the poems they may find
 So I Guess I Could Call Myself A Poet?...

Now on a mental crusade you might say
   On a journey through the thoughts
      And different memories of my life
        Writing down everything
           That decides to develop in my mind
          After life and dreams...
        Some petty little things...
      Though nothing...
   To be ever written...
 In spite...



 
This Is Me "The Poet!"...  :o)




PD's Contest: The Poet 
2-26-13

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Allan Koven August 28, 2013 at 3:29 PM It's funny, I too have written about being a poet; one called TAP TAP and 2 others not yet posted. Through Poetry we are able to allow others to glimpse into our very being. I really liked the way you expressed those thoughts. Thank you. Allan

Laura Breidenthal August 1, 2013 at 9:34 PM Your poetry is stunning. Love how you structured this one. I agree with many of these comments. You are truly a great poet and a treasure to read. I will continue reading . Forgive me, I need to catch up!!! Always, Laura

Debbie Duncan June 12, 2013 at 12:54 PM I really like the way you did this. I think I like yours better then mine, thank you for reading my " Kaleidoscope "

Cory Long June 5, 2013 at 6:29 AM This was awesome! I know you even better now :) how you been my friend? I hope to be around a bit more now! take care and have an awesome day! cory

Terrell Martin March 21, 2013 at 11:59 AM Dan, this little autobiographical poem of yours hits home 'cuz no matter what I write I can't help but compare my writing to other "real" writers (i.e. poets). That being said, I NEVER feel like what I've written is good enough and that I'm always missing the mark. Still, something keeps driving poets like us to keep on attempting the impossible. So don't quit 'cuz your on an excellent roll of positively creative & intelligent work. Cheers, Terry PS: Thanks again for stopping by earlier):

Terry O'Leary March 16, 2013 at 12:26 PM Very fine write, Dan!!! Terry

Sukmawati Komala March 8, 2013 at 2:19 AM lovely Poet...so glad to stop here and enjoyed your brilliant write :) thanks dear bro Dan :) <3 Sk

Harry Horsman March 7, 2013 at 3:35 PM belated congrats here Dan, and deserved too, awesome poetry

Cecilia Macfarlane March 5, 2013 at 4:23 PM Glad you are on a mental crusade Dan, for you have blessed us with many fine writes! Awesome write and win! Hugs

Judy Konos March 4, 2013 at 6:20 PM Thy art a poet and a very good one...

Ralph Taylor February 28, 2013 at 6:08 PM Congrats, Dan. Excellent. Well done. Congrats. Ralph Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:20 PM Thank you very much Ralph..I haven't seen you in quite sometime?

Lucilla Carrillo February 28, 2013 at 5:00 PM And a fine poet you are. I like the way you write. People call me a poet. I'm still not sure. Of one thing I'm sure is - I love to write. Thanks for sharing this. Keep writing. Lucilla Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:19 PM Why thank you Lucilla... :o) I'm thankful for your visits,and kind comments always.You are a fine poet also yourself! :o) You keep right on a writing!

Donna Jones February 27, 2013 at 4:52 PM Congrats Dan. :-) Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:11 PM Thank you Donna...I love them old Chevy trucks. :o)

Donna Jones February 27, 2013 at 3:19 PM Lovely Dan...good luck.... Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:10 PM :o)

Roy Jerden February 27, 2013 at 11:18 AM My fav! I love it, Dan! I share your feelings, fully. Very nice introspective poem - about the poet in all of us here. Cheers, Roy Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:10 PM Thank you Roy.I truly happy you enjoyed it...And yes we are all poets here. Cheers back to ya!

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl February 27, 2013 at 10:50 AM Many congratulations on the top spot xx Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:05 PM Thank you Mandy. :o) Sorry I haven't been around much...

Connie Gildersleeve February 27, 2013 at 7:10 AM Congratulations on your big win. Nicely done. Connie Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:04 PM Thank you so much Connie. :o)

Hidden Sister February 27, 2013 at 3:29 AM You are a poet, believe it, and trust in yourself. Some have it, you do! Jennifer Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 8:03 PM Thank you very much Jennifer.I believe you do too. :o)

Anne-Lise Andresen February 27, 2013 at 2:21 AM First place in the contest !!!! - When you are a talented POET !!!!!! - Congratulations, Dan !!!!!!!! - Have a lovely day. - f.e.f. / / oxox Anne-Lise :)

Poet Destroyer A February 26, 2013 at 8:41 PM Dan.. CONGRATULATIONS, with this awesome poem about YOU :-) LINDA Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 3:22 PM Thank you!!! Thank you!!! I wasn't sure if that's what you were looking for? But I said "Oh what the heck." I must again say... Thank you. :o)

Anne-Lise Andresen February 26, 2013 at 12:47 PM This "potato"have a new poem hope "poet" Dan would let me know whether I am "potato", or a "poet" ..... - I like to visit this talented poet, and sending him good wishes for the contest!! - oxox f.e.f. / / Anne-Lise :) Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 3:18 PM Your so silly....Your not a potato! Thank you for your smiles and well wishes. oxox f.e.f. :o)

Charmaine Chircop February 26, 2013 at 11:13 AM I had written a poem 'Who is the poet' about a year ago and here i found the answer.Lovely post Dan. Dan Kearley February 28, 2013 at 3:16 PM And that was a beautiful poem I wanted all poets to read.Thank you,always for your kind comments. :o)