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I am a man of many interests - TOO many, I think, lol - and because of that I never gave writing the attention I should have when I was young. I started writing poetry in December of 2016, and joined Poetry Soup at the same time. I have a new book "Melancholy Moon" published by Wheelsong Books UK and I'm under contract for two more, the next (much darker) before Christmas. I am also currently working on an R&B/Soul album for a major label, so, as has usually been the case, poetry does not get the time I'd like to give it ...

I like to incorporate classic styles and phrasing into a modern frame when I write poetry, and try to cover a wide range of genres, but I enjoy the darkly sensual the most, despite its limited audience. I hope you'll give my rather unusual style a chance, read a piece-or-two, and leave a comment, if you'd be so kind. I also hope you'll visit my music web site as well, (at the following address under my moniker "Bahku") - mostly (very) old recordings there, but also a snippet of the first single coming, and more new stuff soon!

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Blog Posted by Gregory Richard Barden: 3/4/2021 3:58:00 AM

moonlit sand dunes ocean | Moon river, Moon, Landscape

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how proper that I found you for

my farewell, midst those dunes

the sands where I did oft' adore

your flesh, daubed by the moon

o numberless, the softened eves
      those callow hearts would wend
   but promises quite often grieve
   and swift, would come their end

to press my kiss upon your eye
      dove cheek, soft placed a-palm
       I bent to meet your sullen sigh
   so breathed for kindness' calm

devoutly yours, my self, entire
      the draught to draw your wine
   you yet devour'd me, eyes afire
   white-kneed, before your shrine

my blood as passion, let to be
      the sweet sate for your thirst
       a fiery flood you then set free
   a seed, consumed and cursed

o how's a laurel placed a-brow
      this man, so chilled and damned
       can bring such deed to thus avow
   lost love, wrought on the sand

and tho' I wore a garland, brief
      so crowned, for summer's death
   our love had withered as a leaf
   'midst autumn's flaming breath.

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L Milton Hankins

March 23, 2021 at 10:29 AM

Absolutely incredible! I just stopped by the blogs today and was rewarded with this splendid write!

John Hamilton

March 16, 2021 at 12:37 PM

Now G, listen to me, this is another marvel, look at the comments you're getting. Your writing is evidence of a special talent, and these comments are sincere when saying you are a special talent. You must believe it, even when there a no comments you must write because your words are special, with or without accolades or comments. Write to please yourself and others will follow!

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart

March 5, 2021 at 6:36 AM

You are a master dear poet. Stunning piece. xomo

Alexis Y.

March 5, 2021 at 6:31 AM

WoW! Greg, You've penned such a well-written and romantic piece. It has a classic tone and vibe to it. I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. I’m a fan of your work, and this poem was no exception. Thanks for sharing such a write:-) Alexis

Laura Leiser

March 4, 2021 at 8:48 PM

Such eloquent phrases drip with romantic longing in every line..beautiful poem, Greg! It’s such a treat to read your poetry! :)

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 1:02 AM

And it is always such a treat to hear from you, Laura - your opinion is one that I value highly, and I thank you so much for taking the time - I am so pleased you liked this one - it is special to me. Blessings, Dear Poet! :o) <3

Justin Bordner

March 4, 2021 at 8:18 PM

Your language is learned, your poetry eloquently afflicted. There exists an element of humble predation in your sentiment which seeks to justify your reverent passion for that which you love. This is poem is masterfully written, however, from my perspective, your line breaks are cognitively disruptive...J.A.B.

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 12:58 AM

I greatly appreciate your kind words, Justin, and thank you so much for taking the time. I'm not sure I agree with your assessment of line breaks - it is merely the frame on the painting - but I will certainly give it some consideration, as there is another poet here who feels similar about indentation. Good poetry should be effective no matter how it is presented, (as our cognitive brain areas adjust to changes quite easily and effectively), but perhaps I am doing my work an injustice ... as I say, I will take your comment seriously, and appreciate your honesty more than you know, (it is a rare thing on social poetry sites). Blessings! :o)

Edward Ibeh

March 4, 2021 at 2:06 PM

Thoroughly enjoyed reading, Greg:-) Excellent poem, as always!

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 12:52 AM

Many kind thanks to you, Sir Edward, it is so appreciated, and I pray you are well. Blessings! :o)

Andrea Dietrich

March 4, 2021 at 11:01 AM

Such classy writing, Greg. Your last name is so fitting because you remind me of the BARDS of old who wrote this way (even though many of them rhymed).

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 12:51 AM

Hey, Buddy, that's so sweet of you, and I thank you so much for stopping by my blog - blessings, Dear Friend! :o) <3

Beryl Edmonds

March 4, 2021 at 8:23 AM

Beautiful poetry Greg, “the sands where I did oft' adore your flesh, daubed by the moon” - love those words ~ Belle

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 12:51 AM

That's very kind of you to say, Belle, and I thank you very much for taking the time. Blessings, Dear Poet! :o) <3

Robert Lindley

March 4, 2021 at 8:19 AM

This is as if a golden master of old had gifted it to the world. Yet again my dear friend- your immense talent amazes me and is appreciated for its beauty, depths, heart, soul and dedication to poetry! To give and to give such immense treasure of beauty as this is to the world and other poets is indeed a truly breathtaking accomplishment. God bless..

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 12:50 AM

So very kind of you, Sir Roberto - your friend thanks you sincerely. Blessings! :o)

Constance La France

March 4, 2021 at 8:00 AM

Greg, wonderful writing as usual, you are such a talented writer_ Constance

Gregory Richard Barden

March 5, 2021 at 12:49 AM

Thank you so much, Constance - I so appreciate your opinion. Blessings! :o) <3

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