Poetry

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January 31, 2021

So…until today, I had no idea who Annie Dillard was. For this…I am quite ashamed. So…I went and did my research. And WOW! The words! The prose! The talent!! I am swooning!! I need to do more research! Something deeper than Google this time. For now….I am sharing the attached quote! It blew me away!… Read More ›

Halloween Poetry…

I recently came across the following Poem…and absolutely LOVED it! Do you have a favorite Halloween Poem or Quote? If so…share in the comments! And thank you Patricia L. Cisco for this delightful gem! Mystic Magination Night! © Patricia L. Cisco Published: July 5, 2018 On one mystic, magic night, Jack O Lanterns glowing bright, kids… Read More ›

National Poetry Month

National Poetry Month was inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996. Over the years, it has become the largest literary celebration in the world with schools, publishers, libraries, booksellers, and poets celebrating poetry’s vital place in our culture. And….since Poetry has been such an influential part of my life, I felt like I should… Read More ›

The Perfect Christmas Gift

It is almost Christmas….so time for a little self promotion from the Jolly Elf himself!! Check out my two poetry books available on Amazon! Straight From My Heart The Shadows Of My Soul MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!!

A Poem Begins…..

This has been, and always will be, one of my favorite quotes about poetry. It is so very true….

Secluded Madness – A New Poem by Scott

I have buried my soul Down deep inside Protecting me Shielding me Sheltering me From the storm That you have brought Upon me I am shrouded in darkness Hiding from the fight Enveloped in fright Secluded madness http://theshadowsofmysoul.wordpress.com/

New/Old Poem – By Scott

Came across this poem I wrote awhile back! For some reason….it struck me as being relevant right now. Maybe it’s because of the feelings of anger I have had lately…or maybe it’s because of the rage I feel burning within society these days. Sadly….I think there is too much RAGE in the world and people… Read More ›