Signs of Spring
Time turns and returns
On a cycle through seasons
Mornings wet with dew
Welcoming April
Green grasses gaming to grow
Signs of spring, anew
© 2023 Phil Perkins
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Tag: rhyme
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Reflections from this morning…
Two lines in time
Reflect as one
Forevermore
In unison© 2023 Phil Perkins
Teach Your Children, by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (1972) – see lyrics here.
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Poem in Response
Having read “Loved Like Roses“, written by the beautiful Holly Hunter, a very talented poetess and friend hailing from The Sunshine State – wherein love is nurtured and flourishes in a summer garden – I was inspired to write this poem in response…
Flowing curves, under pen
Laced of ink rippling wet
Words converge, fresh with love
Roses bloom in duet© 2023 Phil Perkins
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Melissa, by The Allman Brothers Band (1972) – see lyrics here.
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Poem in Response
After reading “Uma hipótese num bilião” (Portuguese, meaning A Hypothesis in a Billion) by Carla Milho – a lovely lady, wonderful writer and dear friend from Lisbon, Portugal – I was inspired to write this poem in response…
When once I asked Please marry me You said, not now - with time, maybe But that was then And this is now And what will be, will be And so, once more I'll ask again - I wish you'd marry me Togetherness Unto the years We'll weather every storm True hearts as one In happiness Our love, forever warm
© 2023 Phil Perkins
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Miracles, by Jefferson Starship (1975) – see lyrics here.
NOTE: this poem uses the Preformatted Block, which allows for indentation of text exactly as pasted. However, in so doing, a monospace font is used.
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Burgeoning accounts of unsecured classified documents connected to President Joseph Biden – as well as during his tenure as Vice President, and Senator – are both in the news and under Congressional investigation. And, now in a poem…
After secrets spilled you sought to douse the light To change the day to night Documents covered-up Now that truth is known, you hide at home afraid Each knock feels like a raid Questions keep piling up Stop your lyin', Biden It's all so plain to see Every time you act dishonestly Move your Vette to get the boxes from behind You must think that we're blind - this ain't no honeymoon Just sit still and let the officers proceed You've got more than you need Hard times are coming soon Classified, you're hidin' Nobody trusts you now Playing both sides, Ukraine and Moscow
© 2023 Phil Perkins
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NOTE: this poem uses the Preformatted Block, which allows for indentation of text exactly as pasted. However, in so doing, a monospace font is used.
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Poem for a Friend
This poem was written as a birthday gift for my dearest friend, Carla Milho, a beautiful lady and talented writer hailing from Lisbon, Portugal. Please visit her web site to wish her a Happy Birthday on this special day – thanks very much!
Frost the cake and add a candle to the dish
It’s time to make a wish
Another year is hereSing the song we know with joy and warm delight
We celebrate tonight
Toasting you with good cheer47!!!
Happy Birthday, Carla
Let the good times flow
Fun and friends who love you, don’t you knowHappiness, forever
When you share a smile
Days ahead grow brighter, all the while© 2023 Phil Perkins
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Jackie Wilson Said (I’m in Heaven When You Smile)
by Van Morrison (1972)
• see lyrics here •
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Full Book Cover Reveal
The Editor of the soon to be released Hidden in Childhood: A Poetry Anthology – Gabriela Marie Milton – of which a poem of mine has been included, today provided a full book cover reveal, as well as the book preface.
With the works of over 150 poets, the book is scheduled to be published soon – by Literary Revelations Publishing House – and features an estimated 280 poems. I’ll keep you informed as further information becomes available…
Thanks for stopping by!
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The other day, I had a recollection…
Many, many moons ago, I was playing poker after hours with friends at an Irish pub in Royal Oak, Michigan. That night, luck was on my side and I happened to win the first four games. So, to their dismay, I said farewell and skated – up $80.
Last evening, I watched Maverick (Mel Gibson, Jodi Foster, James Garner)…
This morning, I wrote this short poem…
We bet by chance
On calling cards
One night, at a bar, long agoShe played her hand
– a suited flush
All hearts, for a Queen, kneading dough© 2023 Phil Perkins
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Lonesome Loser, by Little River Band (1979) – see lyrics here.
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Poem in Response: Part II
After writing my recent Poem in Response, inspired by reading “The Dance“, a wonderful poem penned by the beautiful Floridian poetess, Holly Hunter, I wrote this follow-up poem…
Sharing the stars
Embracing time
Awake until twilightTwo hearts in tow
Drawn by the moon
Through waves of love, delight© 2022 Phil Perkins
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Morning Dance, by Spyro Gyra (1979)
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Poem Accepted
Following a call for submissions for poems to be considered by Literary Revelations Publishing House for inclusion within an upcoming publication – Hidden in Childhood: A Poetry Anthology – I was very happy this weekend to receive a Letter of Acceptance from best selling author, poet & editor, Gabriela Marie Milton, regarding my poem entitled “Tree Fort“.
Thanks very much, Gabriela!!!
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Poem for a Friend
This poem was written for a very talented and lovely poetess hailing from Florida, Holly Hunter. She’s a friend who often brings a smile to my face, and a source of inspiration. I encourage you to visit her web site, House of Heart, to enjoy her creative writings – thank you!
Her smile across the stars
Shines light to warm my heart
So heavenly the glow
Holly – a work of art© 2022 Phil Perkins
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Poem in Response
After reading “The Best Gift“, written by the talented and beautiful poetess, Annabel – wherein she shares finding happiness through love and faith along her journey from home – I was inspired to write this poem…
The gift of self love
To make oneself whole
Will reap great rewards
Enliven your soul© 2022 Phil Perkins
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What You Won’t Do for Love, by Bobby Caldwell (1978) – see lyrics here.
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Poem in Response
After reading “Não Há Metades” (Portuguese, meaning “There Are No Halves”) by Carla Milho – a very talented writer, lovely lady and good friend from Lisbon, Portugal – I was inspired to write this poem…
Your magic charms
Have captured me
Now, what am I to doYou warm my heart
I can’t escape
Feelings I know are trueSo far away
I want you near
Sharing time hand in handThat we may kiss
On moonlit beach
And lay down in the sand© 2022 Phil Perkins
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Poem: Fields of Green
When once we played in fields of green Grand meadows and summer sun In Chuck Taylors with torn blue jeans Climbing trees and having fun Street hockey on a vacant lot Sailing frisbees through the air Building sand castles near the lake Living life without a care Now, days are short and time precious Yet the child inside still plays Drifting on dreams of yesteryear To the spring of happy days
© 2022 Phil Perkins
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Reelin’ In The Years by Steely Dan (1972) – see lyrics here.
NOTE: this poem uses the Preformatted Block, which allows for indentation of text exactly as pasted. However, in so doing, a monospace font is used.
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A good friend and wonderful writer hailing from Lisbon, Portugal, she is often the source of my inspiration – Carla Milho. I encourage you to visit her web site to enjoy reading her posts. Thanks very much!
A Star Named Carla
The cosmos, full of stars
With one that shines so bright
I draw upon the sky
For her, my wish, this nightA spell cast from afar
Her beauty speaks to me
One candle in the dark
Her light is all I see© 2022 Phil Perkins
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Flor d’Luna (Moonflower) – by Santana (1977)
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