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Gregory Richard Barden
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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 am 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, (though I plan to change that in the future, and write a book-or-two, a sci-fi novel and an autobiography) ...

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!

www.bahku.com

Thanks for stopping by my page - blessings!

Three Years - Thank You

Blog Posted by Gregory Richard Barden: 12/6/2019 7:01:00 PM

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Just a quick post to thank you ALL for the support and encouragement you have shown me in the three years I've been a member here at Poetry Soup ...

I didn't start writing poetry until I joined, and my intention was for it to be an outlet of sorts for things I've gone through, a way to purge and heal and introspect ...

I never dreamed it would become such a love affair with the written word, or ANYthing so serious or enjoyable as it is now ...

I am back in the studio working on an album for release next year and have had little time for poetry of late, but it will ALWAYS be an important part of my life from now on ...

You have been kind to me, given me friendship and encouragement, taught me forms and phrasing, and helped me to find my own style, and I will never forget it ...

Blessings and thanks from the bottom of my spirit - this has been a joyous journey - because of YOU - the very best part of Poetry Soup!

 

 - Gregory R Barden

 

 



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Date: 12/8/2019 11:05:00 PM
Happy anniversary, Gregory. Congrats and good luck in all your endeavors. Amazing how talent can just lay dormant until that awaited wakeup call. You've obviously come a long way, baby but you're a natural.
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Date: 12/9/2019 12:59:00 AM
Ha - Virginia Slims, wasn't it?? Thank you so very much, my friend - you have been one of the most consistent supporters and commentators of my work for a long time, and I am very grateful for that and your encouragement. Many blessings back to you, Line! :o) <3
Date: 12/7/2019 7:50:00 PM
It's so hard to believe you never wrote before you joined, and time has gone by so fast that I have known you three years now. Wow. I have discovered many of my friends started late in life with poetry. I did anyway. This was a lovelly blog, buddy.
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Date: 12/9/2019 12:56:00 AM
Awww, thank you, Buddy - I remember looking at your avatar at the top of every list and thinking how wonderful it must be - how superb a poet you are - I never expected we would become such good friends. I am so thankful for that, for our endless chats and soupies, and for the amazing standard you have set for all of us, for you keep ME striving. Love ya - Best Buds Forever! :o) <3
Date: 12/7/2019 8:22:00 AM
My friend, a blessing to have you presenting your fine creations here! Keep on, keeping on- modern poetry needs your gifts. I know that I, even after my 50 years reading, writing and studying poetry, still learn from your finely crafted poems my friend. God bless...
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Date: 12/9/2019 12:52:00 AM
You are always very kind to me, Robert, and have been a bright ray of sunshine for me at dark times ... I thank you for that, for your craft that keeps me striving to improve, and for your dedication to the BEST elements of poetry. I am blessed by your friendship, Brother! :o)
Date: 12/7/2019 8:03:00 AM
Thank YOU for being YOU Greg! Your talent, warmth and honesty have made you a pillar around here. You were one of my first friends here and have had a huge influence on my own writing, thank you for that. Hugs and write on my friend, xomo!
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Date: 12/9/2019 12:50:00 AM
Thank you so very much, Mo, you have been a kind and sweet motivation for me from early-on, and I am so blessed to know you and call you friend ... you are one of the bright flames of Poetry Soup! Much love and respect! :o) <3
Date: 12/6/2019 10:16:00 PM
Hard to believe you only started writing after you joined PS! You've accomplished quite a lot in 3 years. Bravo! Good luck on all your artistic endeavors!
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Date: 12/9/2019 12:47:00 AM
Many kind thanks to you, Sir Edward of Ibeh - I am blessed to call you friend and fellow, and thankful for your spicy additions to the soup! Best wishes, Brother! :o)
Date: 12/6/2019 9:06:00 PM
...you make the journey joyous for many as well and we have been blessed to read your beautiful poetry...truly...
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Date: 12/9/2019 12:45:00 AM
Oh, thank you so much, Sandra, you are an inspiration, my friend, and you keep me striving to grow ... that is the BEST kind of influence we can have on each other, and something I value highly! Blessings! :o) <3

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