Tag: verse
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Poem in Response
After seeing Draadklossen (Dutch language, meaning Bobbins), a creative composition by my dear friend, Inge David – she’s a wonderful photographer from Belgium who specializes in black and white, especially interesting automotive and macro captures – I was inspired to write this poem… Haiku Threading clear insightThrough her photographic eyeStitching life in stills © 2022 […]
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Poem in Response
After reading “Just Simple Pleasures for Today“, written by a dear friend & southern poetess, Kym Gordon Moore – wherein she shares her positivity with a morning cup of gratitude – I was inspired to write this short poem in response… From a fountain that flowsStreaming words which are wiseHer heartfelt reflectionsPenned with love, no […]
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Poem of Winter
Rolling hills of winter snowWith a forest donned in whiteMemories in monotoneLayered landscapes of delight © 2022 Phil Perkins This vintage photograph was taken at Nichols Arboretum, in the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan. You can visit my galleries to discover many fine prints and other items, as well: Pixels, ArtPal, Society 6 and Redbubble. […]
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Poem for Peace
Having read a wonderful poetic tribute of Ukrainian courage and leadership – “Hats Off to President Zelenskyy“, written by my friend Cindy Georgakas – which also rightfully condemns Russian President Putin as a war criminal, I thought that I’d share this short poem which I wrote recently… A sunflower for sharingOur hearts through words and […]
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Haiku
I think I’ve got something! What is it? A haiku. God bless you! No, it’s a poem. Have you had it long…is it contagious? Like the common coldIt is nothing to sneeze at– words may serve to heal © 2022 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. See lyrics here → On the Road […]
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Poem of Wishing
Wishing She Was Here I tossed a coinInto the drinkThen, saw it splashAnd watched it sink To make a wishI hope comes trueDeep in my heart– I dream of you Forgive me, pleaseI carry onIt happens all the time These thoughts of youWarming my dayMy love flows into rhyme I’ll blow a kissAcross the seaWrapped […]
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Power of Water
This photograph features cascades on the Middle Prong Little River, located in the Tremont section of the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. Many prints are available for your home, office, or, as a gift to give to family and/or friends, when you visit my galleries at Pixels and Redbubble. There are other items to see, also. […]
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Poem: The Road Ahead
May the days aheadWithin this new yearFoster your will to achieve That you make great stridesAnd help those in needKeep the faith, always believe © 2022 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. Read lyrics of music here.
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Poem: Daydreaming
We’ve all daydreamed at one time or another, drifting into a pleasant vision or wishful scenario of ones imagination. This poem speaks to such moments and compliments a lovely woman from India – Mukti Masih. She’s an accomplished writer and business Head of Content, a friend who is frequently the source of my inspiration, and […]
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Poem in Response
Having read “Living Green and Dancing with Love” by Arizonian poet, Michele Lee Sefton – in which she speaks about food, nurturing gardens and family – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Your stature as poet, inspirationalYour beauty in dance, divine Your thumb in the garden, greenA woman of talent, impressively fine. […]
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Poem in Response
Having read “Lend Me Your Poem” by talented poet, dancer and friend Annabel – wherein she speaks of life, light and love – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Lend me a penAnd I’ll write you a poem Lend me your handUnder starlight we’ll roam Aloft of cloudsAs light as a feather […]
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Poem: She Placed a Star
I wrote this poem for a friend who is a frequent source of inspiration, Mukti Masih – a published poet, freelance writer and beautiful woman from India… I watched as she placed a star in the night skyFixed by her gentle touch, as though meant to beBrilliantly aglow in its constellationWithin my heart, I have […]
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Poem In Response
After reading “Feathered Fans” by poet Michele Lee Sefton from the Valley of the Sun, I was inspired to write this short poem in response… In the nectar you prepareand the kindness that you share,your heart, dear Michele, is sweet. Birds need the cool, clear water,as temperatures grow hotter,in Sonoran Desert heat. © 2021 Phil Perkins […]
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Poem: With Her Love
Wisdom within a warm, wonderful womanHer happy, humble heart hath heavenly huesLive lightsomely, letting love luxuriate © 2021 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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Short Poem
Whispers with a welcomed toneShe pressed her heart to my earSpeaking in another tongueHer language of love rang clear © 2021 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com
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First Poem Published
I’d like to offer a special word of thanks to Gabriela Marie Milton. She’s a wonderful poet and I encourage you to visit her site and read her work. She’s also the Editor at MasticadoresUSA, featuring both poetry and short stories, where this morning I had my first poem published. So, stop by for a […]
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Poem: Water Always Wins
Reflecting to reconcile the passage of timeAn artful adaptation before young eyesI set aside distractions of the digital worldChoosing instead to carry a wooden walking stick and canteenTraversing what were once elevated peaksDense rock now carved into gorgesThe jagged, sharp edges refined and smooth underfootWarmed in the flow of natureWater always wins. © 2021 Phil […]
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Poem of Friendship
And so it came to beThrough chance or destinyThat we would meet and become friends. The best times have begunTo share laughter and funLet’s hope our friendship never ends. © 2021 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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Poem of Dreaming
PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. Some may say she’s perfectShe’ll tell you otherwiseAware that she has faultsThere’s no need for disguise Her shy smile and brown eyesEach melt my heart awayPlus, an inner beautyShe’s more than just okay The time to share is nowWhile in the Spring of lifeAnd were my wish fulfilled Come […]
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Short Poem
Throwing stones at poemsI was hit in the headMatching words that rhymeI completed the thread © 2021 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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