This is the second week of The Beginning of Winter (November 7 – 21) Ritto 立冬 in the 24 Japanese Seasons. >> We said the W-word: Winter.
Moon: The Masterful Illusionist
I'm a fan of Langston Hughes and had my mind set on lines from one of hispoems for my recent book of poetry, but that couldn't happen. As I participatein…
“Challenges are gifts that force usto search for a new center of gravity.Don’t fight them. Just finda new way to stand.” ~ Oprah Winfrey I sat with the interview of…
This is my letter to the WorldThat never wrote to Me—The simple News that Nature told—With tender Majesty Her Message is committedTo Hands I cannot see—For love of Her—Sweet—countrymen—Judge tenderly—of…
Rose of Sharon dropsand the crickets grow quietin the moonlit night Concerns over rainno one sees Burchell’s Coucal — fluting comes his call © selmamartin.com “October knew, of course, that the action…
Hotel de los corazones rotos–The hotel of broken hearts Hello, my precious Readers. I’m so happy you're here. Also grateful to J. ReCrivello, editor-in-chief of Gobblers & Masticadores, Barcelona, Spain, andThe…
A new interview is a learning experience. Take a look at what I learned about myself… I hope you enjoy it too. Merry November everyone.
A merry poem about autumn by Paul Laurence Dunbar. Please enjoy.
With bitter regret, mine heart’s been laden Since Hallowmas when thou our bed-vow broke And now perjured be roam I loath-burdened Waiting for the day this prank I do choke…
Another book that will put you in a good place as it’s a good reminder of the goodness in the world— yes, even in the world we live today. Honest, guys. Another good book. Take a look.
Fusion: Poems of Life by Balroop SinghCalming, and restorative Poetry for the soulReviewed on October 11th on Amazonand October 18th on Goodreads* A book dedicated to all poetry lovers is…