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Poetry Reading: Journey of the Butterfly by Denise Stephani
Performed by Val Cole Get to know the poet: What is the theme of your poem? The poem represents the individual journey which leads to activism and standing up for truth and justice. It is meant to be motivation and … Continue reading
Poetry Reading: Dreams… by Buffy Sammons
Performed by Val Cole Get to know the winning poet: What is the theme of your poem? Being ill and bedridden for so long, these are the dreams that I have and they get me away from my reality. It’s … Continue reading
Poetry Reading: eVu TPS, by Lawrence Klein
Performed by Val Cole Get to know the winning poet: What is the theme of your poem? Self-Regulation using Biofeedback What motivated you to write this poem? The eVu-TPS plugs you into your Smart Phone for Self-Control How long have … Continue reading
Poetry Reading: Time Passing So Quickly, by Kayla Krilove
Performed by Val Cole Get to know the winning poet: What is the theme of your poem? The theme of this poem is Coming of Age. It includes aspects of childhood, and the mental and physical acceptance of becoming an … Continue reading
Poetry Reading: ME, by Jim Durkey
Performed by Val Cole Get to know the winning poet: What is the theme of your poem? — Honor the song in your heart. What motivated you to write this poem? — My granddaughter had a learning disability and was … Continue reading
Poetry: Blue Crystal Kaleidoscope by Marilyn Kandus
Genre: Life, Rhyme blue crystal kaleidoscope deeply cut reds silk adorns tapered neck light source ceramic smiles lighten heart dolls open eyes to memories of childhood m.kandus 5/2017 * * * * * Watch Poetry performance readings: Watch Poetry … Continue reading
Poetry: Crooked Smile by MS WARD
Genre: Life I smile through my hardships and pray through my pain It’s hard seeing the sunshine when your heart is full of rain I laugh through the turmoil and seek refuge through the anguish I can’t feel happy … Continue reading
