Best Delgado Poems
Philippines, my country of birth,
one of the countries in Southeast Asia.
It is an archipelago or group of islands,
with more than seven thousand islands.
Luzon, the largest island in the northern
part of the country, is where I was born
and where Manila, the capital is located.
Manila, the city known as Pearl of the Orient.
Magellan, the Portuguese explorer for Spain
claimed the archipelago in fifteen hundred
twenty one, named the islands Las Felipinas
or The Philippines, after King Phillip II of Spain.
Philippines was colonized more than three
hundred years, from fifteen hundred sixty five
until eighteen hundred ninety eight and ruled
under Mexico-based Viceroyalty of New Spain.
Manila was called Pearl of the Orient Seas
by the historian/Jesuit priest Juan Jose Delgado
in seventeen hundred fifty one for being a way
of sea transactions during Asian trade of goods.
However, in Jose Rizal’s poem “My Last Farewell,”
he wrote before his execution by the Spanish
government for rebellion through his writings,
he stated his country as Pearl of the Orient.
So, Philippines, the country and not Manila,
the city became known as Pearl of the Orient,
upon the discovery of his poem after his execution
in December thirty, eighteen hundred ninety six.
Philippines is known as Pearl of the Orient for
its strategic location in Asia, rich biodiversity or
different kinds of plants and animals, natural
resources and its natural beauty and splendor.
The Spanish Crown called it Pearl of the Orient
for the country was a precious source of spices,
other resources and trade of goods, even prior to
their colonization to acquire a share in spice trade.
Philippines’ natural gem is south sea pearls
and it is renowned for cultivating south sea pearls.
The famous pearl in the country, known as The Pearl
of Lao Tzu, was considered the largest known pearl.
The pearl weighed fourteen pounds, found by a
Filipino diver in nineteen thirty four and later, a giant
pearl, the Pearl of Puerto weighing seventy five pounds,
found by a fisherman, both discovered in Palawan Island.
No doubt why The Philippines is called Pearl of the Orient,
the two biggest pearls were found in Palawan, Philippines.
Isn’t that the most obvious, sensible reason? I wonder……
Well, what do you think?...... Just asking……
12th June 1979
JAMAICA
I am the liquid in my tears
And the refreshment in my glass of water
I am the song I sing
And the meaning of a poem
I am the place I stand
And I am a helping hand
I am tears of joy
I am joy in grief
I am a dewdrop upon a leaf
I – am – me
By
H. DELGADO NAPIER (Spolly)
spolly
Suppose the winds were never again to blow?
Suppose the rivers ceased to flow?
Suppose there never would be another spring?
Suppose a robin was unable to sing?
Just suppose. Just suppose.
Suppose the flowers could no longer bloom?
Suppose there would be no sun or moon?
Suppose the world stopped spinning around?
Just suppose. Just suppose.
Suppose the oceans would suddenly dry?
Suppose an eagle could no longer fly?
Suppose Love was suddenly lost?
Suppose we are left to suffer the cost?
Just suppose. Just suppose.
A Poem By,
Milton L. Delgado
October 28, 2001
I was about to think, and then I began to think about what I was about to think about. I am thinking, thinking about what I am thinking about, to see if I should be thinking about what I am thinking about. I am thinking, thinking about my thoughts: What if I am thinking about that which I should not be thinking about? I am thinking, thinking about framing my thoughts. I am thinking, thinking about been certain about what I am uncertain about. I am thinking, thinking about doubt, thinking about getting it out.
I am thinking, thinking about thinking how to think. I am thinking, thinking that I am my thoughts. I am thinking, thinking that thoughts can lead the mind astray. I am thinking, thinking that I need to picture the change; before I attempt to change the picture. I am thinking, thinking that if I don’t understand the misunderstanding: I am bound to misunderstand the understanding.
I am considering my thoughts, considering my considerations; to see if what I am considering is worthy of consideration. I am considering words, word as in word – word is in race, word as in place, word like space – spacious space, inner space, outer space, head space, foot space, and my space. I am considering, considering maintaining pace within this universal space. I am considering, considering that I don’t have to do what I intend to do – but I must do something even when I am doing nothing.
I am considering words, words like implosive and explosive, inclusion and exclusion, attraction, distraction and extraction. I am considering light: Flashlight, searchlight, spotlight, high light, low light, sun light, star light, stop and go light, brakes light, tail light and head light. I am considering word like minefield. I am considering mine. Mine as an explosive device: Mine as a valuable resource - mine as belonging to me. I am considering, considering the value of my mine. I am mindful; mindful of mining this mine of mine, which is worth more than all the diamond, gold and silver mines.
By H. Delgado Napier (Spolly)
Jamaica
April 2010
I keep thinking
That some thing inside of me belong to you
And aye! You owe me some thing
I keep thinking
That all your voyages shall bring you in my waters
And my shore shall always arrest thy vessel
I keep thinking
That you are a chartered course
And your life shall shorten the dimension of your journey
To this thing inside of me
I keep thinking
This thing inside of me is the quencher of life’s thirst
And aye! You are in life’s dessert
I keep thinking
That thy ship shall find the oasis of our life’s ocean
I keep thinking!
Aye! You shall water thy vessel at the feet of my seas
And life voyage shall wash thee in the pier of my life
And this thing inside of me! Shall harbor you upon my shores
By
HAROLD DELGADO NAPIER
Dear readers I am indeed elated to mention that the poem: THESE ARE MY HEARTS was published in
the Jamaica Sunday Gleaner on 27th of November 2011. (The Gleaner company was established in
1834) I am most grateful for the inspiring comments; which you have taken your precious time to
mention: Certainly they represented the skeleton in which I was able to construct my faith and
confidence upon.. Call me Spolly.
6TH April 1979
Friends a Spanish Dr and entire university of scientist
have done twenty thousand hours of dissecting what
is in the vaccines they are pushing. This information
is heartbreaking. This is a legitimate university, with
Scientist, Drs, Chemist, etc. What they have found in
the vaccines will totally Shock YOU!! Dr Delgado will
explain it in Spanish but it is translated in English.
Please share... Heres the real SCIENCE they don't
want you to know....
Go to Bighteon.com when in site type in Healthy
Athletes collapsing/Dying after the jab.
Go to Brighteon.com when in the site type in
Graphene Antenna...
Go to Brighteon.com when in the site type in
Exposed are we starting to see EMP assasinations
caught on video must watch...
Go to Brighteon.com type in Theory explains
collapsing and dying athletes...
God bless you all
HAVE YOU EVER STOPPED TO WONDER?
Have you ever stopped to wonder what heaven will be like?
...the mansion God has promised of beauty, splendor, and light.
Have you ever stopped to wonder when we cross that river of life?
We all will live forever: no more pain, or grief, or strife!
Have you ever stopped to wonder when our bodies He'll transform?
...changed and made immortal, like Jesus be conformed.
Have you ever stopped to wonder when His face at last we'll see?
Oh what a glorious vision; what bliss! What ecstasy!
Have you ever stopped to wonder the reason why He came?
...to give us life eternal by believing in His name.
Have you ever stopped to wonder how He suffered on that tree?
...stripped and whipped, and tortured, He died there for you and me.
Have you ever stopped to wonder?
Have you ever stopped?
Have you ever?
Have you?
By Milton L. Delgado
March 27, 1999
I remember after three weeks of fasting
and praying with heart and soul,
pleading to The Lord that He help me,
that He hasten to me and console.
Then one day in April,
as I stood by a mighty river:
I looked and suddenly there before me,
appeared a vision that caused me to shiver.
The vision was about to speak to me.
I grew pale and weak with fright;
then fell to the ground face downward
unable to bear the sight.
His eyes were like pools of fire,
with feet and arms of polished brass;
and like the sound of a mass of people
His voice roared strong and vast.
He placed his hands upon me.
I was lifted up from the ground;
and as my knees were trembling,
the voice began to resound:
"Oh dear Daniel, beloved of God,
listen to what I have to say: Do not fear!
For I have been sent here
to answer your prayer this day."
"Soon a mighty battle will come to pass
evil powers will fight against The Lord;
but God's faithful will hold firm until the end...
then the righteous shall receive their reward at last."
By Milton Lopez Delgado
Adaptation from The Book of
Daniel Chapter 10
The Living Bible
September 16, 1984
I pray to The Lord to thank Him,
for gifts He provides each day.
A prayer of thanksgiving to Jesus,
for the blessings He sends my way.
I thank you Lord for the lesser things,
and not think it so odd,
for I know that even the smallest,
is given by The Grace of God.
Thank you for a stove and a pantry...
for a blanket, pillow, and bed...
for clean sheets, warm covers, and pajamas,
and sending my daily bread.
Thank you for washcloth and towels...
for soap, a tub, and sink...
for tube of toothpaste and toothbrush,
and a faucet of cold water to drink.
I have taken so much for granted,
hardly given it much thought,
but from now on I will pray to thank you Lord,
for these lesser blessings wrought.
I have prayed a prayer of thanksgiving,
for provisions The Lord has given;
may we promise and always remember,
to be grateful thankful children!
Milton L. Delgado
February 19, 2008
IF ONLY I HAD THIS LIFE TO LIVE OVER AGAIN:
Oh the changes I would have made.
I would have gone sleigh riding in the winter's snow,
I would have realized the miracle of the rainbow...
gazed at a sunset across the meadow.
It seems not so very long ago.
Forgive me Lord. I just didn't know!
IF ONLY I HAD THIS LIFE TO LIVE OVER AGAIN:
Oh the changes I would have made.
I would have hiked through a forest and hugged a tree...
spent more time with friends and family...
learned the lesson of the honeybee.
Unawareness is such a tragedy;
I was blind and did not see!
IF ONLY I HAD THIS LIFE TO LIVE OVER AGAIN:
Oh the changes I would have made.
I would have reflected more on what would carryon...
that which would endure long after I was gone...
thanked The Lord for the gift of each new dawn...
discovered the purpose of being born...
regrets forever I will mourn.
IF ONLY I HAD THIS LIFE TO LIVE OVER AGAIN:
Oh what different choices I would have made.
I would have set my mind on things above...
laughed more, played more, and shared God's Love...
listened to the songs of the turtledove;
for this is what life is made of.
God is the hand and we are the glove.
My eyes are slowly closing.
Something is happening to me!
There's a Bright Light I see!
I feel such peace...a serenity!
Milton L. Delgado
October 6, 1998
Are you lonely?
Are you sad?
Are you troubled?
Feelin' bad?
Are you worried?
Are you down?
Find yourself
on a merry-go-round?
Take away your sorrow.
Forget yesterday and tomorrow.
Your storm will turn to calm,
when you hold a baby in your arms.
They don't care if you're tall or short,
chubby or thin.
They don't care what you believe,
where you're from or the color of your skin.
They kick, they sigh, gurgle, and grin.
Oh what Love a baby brings!
So take away your sorrow.
Forget bout yesterday and tomorrow.
Your storm will turn to calm,
just hold a baby in your arms.
Milton L. Delgado
May 7, 2004
A Prophet The Lord
has sent.
No time left
to awaken or repent.
The arrogant evil doers
will be stubble...
burn like a furnace
turned to rubble.
The prideful, the sinful
we'll defeat...
ashes
under the soles of our feet!
No root or branch
will be left,
only those who obeyed
shall be kept.
The sun of righteousness will rise,
with healing in its wings...
freed like calves from their stalls,
evermore to worship The King.
By Milton Lopez Delgado
Inspired by The Book of Malachi 4:1-6
January 18, 2009
A glowing presence appeared before me. Was I asleep or was I awake?
I thought her first a stranger; she wasn't a stranger at all.
“What is your name?” I asked. She said her name is: “Photon!”
I thought: How weird a name to be called.
“Who are you and where are you from?”
...thinking how mysterious she was.
“I was discovered over a million years ago,
and abide by whomever gives me cause!”
“You've known me all your life.” She exclaimed.
“I am powerful, mighty, and transcendent.
If not tamed, I deliver widespread loss & destruction.”
“Only God is omnipotent and omnipresent!” I clamored!
"That is true; but I was created that way for a reason.
Mistreating me results in death; respect me, and you will rejoice.
I can be a friend or foe...a good servant or a cruel master.
It is you who must make the choice.”
"Are you some kind of a god!" Seemingly irritated she replied:
“I am not! The power is in your hands, not mine!
You decide to use me for good or for bad. I must respond to both.
I can be a friend or foe...bring darkness or cause a light to shine.”
As her brilliance began to dissipate, I asked another question:
“Where do you go from here?” “All over! My work will never end.
My task is be a companion forever, to those who chose not to believe;
but the true, obedient, and faithful, they shall never see me again.
“Just one more question,” I pleaded, 'before you go away,
tell me: who are you really, and when will you transpire again?'
I travel the world over, and manifest whenever I am called.
My name is Photon; but to most, I'm known as: FIRE! So long my friend!”
By Milton L. Delgado
May 16, 2016
THINGS NOT EQUAL
There are those who reach an age past 100,
while some never chanced to live.
There are those who share their blessings,
while some choose not to give.
There are those who have never gone hungry,
while some never survive.
There are those who find fame and fortune,
while some dreams shatter and die.
There are those who are rich and famous,
while some are poor and alone,
There are those with power and possessions,
while some are without a home.
There are those who are happy and healthy,
While some are sick and depressed.
There are those who believe life is the end,
while some say: “it was just a test!”
By Milton Lopez Delgado
December 4, 2011
What are you doing running all over town,
making plans and rushing around?
You're always watching your weight,
cutting down on fat.
Oh, I need my spirit lifted today,
I must buy a new hat.
The night is nearly over.
A new dawn is about break.
Be aware! The Lord is coming!
Get ready stay awake!
Don't waste another minute.
Don't squander precious time.
Your salvation is nigh upon you.
Death's sting to life sublime.
So set your mind on what is coming.
All else is going to pass.
It's how you served and how you loved,
that will forever last.
Cause the night is nearly over.
A new dawn is about to break.
Be aware the Lord is coming!
Get ready! Stay Awake!
Milton L. Delgado
May 12, 2004