New Poetry Recommendations

Tuesday 11-23

A couple of poems to get your day started right:

Two hours
by tungtied2u ©

Two hours
that's all

the distance between us
but just as well
any closer
I would be in you

This poem is full of longing and lust. And yes, "lust" is on my list of no-no cliche words, but a good poet can surround those words with lots of wonderful phrasing and originality. So go read and comment. Our number of poetry comments seem to be down lately. Aren't you people still reading? You better be. You're missing a lot of good poetry if you're not.

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Target Infidelity
by flyguy69 ©

Target Infidelity
by flyguy69 ©

::

Brenda came from out of the blue, well,
out of Shoes, really, her caged possessions
before her. A near-collision of hearts
and carts as I turned to see if toddler summer
was on clearance, yet. Tires squealed
their surprise at her hair-flip appearance
as we froze in headlight smiles.

What a wonderfully fun read. This poem is filled with clever phrasing. And it had me thinking, "infidelity on clearance in aisle seven!" Also, this poem is an excellent example of showing and not telling. Now, it's time for readers to do some showing. Show the flyguy how much you dig his poem.

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Previews of the rest of Tuesday's Poems

A little preview of the rest of Tuesday's poems:

Hearing her sing
by alyxen ©
non erotic

Nothing ever made me happier than hearing her sing in the shower

Brief poem. Nice line about the shower.

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Raw
by Du Lac ©
erotic

Aching full tension,
The edge of bliss,
I hold myself back,
Lusts breathing kiss.

A poet who is getting on the right track with poetry--not a lot of unnecessary words.

Forever
by Du Lac ©
non erotic

If I had only known.
My lips would have stayed on yours a second longer.

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Cusp
by impressive ©
erotic

There is respect
for divergent thought
and convergent desire
on the cusp of omneity.

Some interesting phrases.

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Three by AngelShadow:

Knowledge
by AngelShadow ©
non erotic
I know the ways of razor blades

Beneath the Eleventh Hour
by AngelShadow ©
erotic
Wipe the shadows from your eyes

Cemetery Picnic
by AngelShadow ©
non erotic
I brought him sunflowers and roses
crimson and gold
To brighten the ground where no flowers grew
dark and cold
I brought him wine and plums
white and black
To remember his abstract beauty
down and back

Angel's best poem, in my opinion, for today.

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Four by silverthorn:

Bound...
by silverthorn ©
erotic
He sneaks inside of me there…

I am Yours....
by silverthorn ©
erotic
unsure and dreamlike I ramble onward...

Middle of the Night....
by silverthorn ©
erotic
It is the middle of the night…3:00 am to be exact.

The Struggle
by silverthorn ©
erotic
I feel Him grab the power….

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It Feels Fuzzy
by Christina O. Leigh ©
non erotic

Nails scratching
Up and down
From my knee
To lower ankle.

"It feels fuzzy"

Very nice little poem with a cute ending.

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You Need a Compass
by Moonlust ©
non erotic

maybe I'm a teacup
full of sugars and frogs and burnt toast
maybe you've spent too much time
wondering why I kissed your cheek

Interesting poem with some really cool original phrases.

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Someone Just For Me
by wildtiger ©
non erotic

if I had nothing else I would not care

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Awakening: Under a Glass of Roses
by PurpleLinga ©
erotic

black shoes tapping,
white socks high
and skirts flowing all above me;
peeking long legs dancing,
twisting and kicking,
smelling roses...

A poem of 7 dancers and 1 voyeur.

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Haiku of Horror
by CyberSlut ©
erotic

Subjacent terror
Sibilant speech unnerving
Horror of all time

5 stanza haiku.

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Black sheer teddy, night.
by Annora ©
erotic

Slurping sounds slurp .. slurp .. slurp ..

Tongue twists around my clit

I am above shouting I want him to crawl inside of me

Harder... Oh My God I am going to cummmmmmmm......

If you want a poem with lots of fucking...

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All I Ever Wanted Was Love
by wildtiger ©
non erotic

Every time I get close to someone
they back away

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Abysmal Upheaval
by sensuall ©
erotic

The piss gushes and stings
Slashed thighs,
You heave and scream some more.

BDSM poem for those who enjoy something more extreme.

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The King of Illiterature
by seannelson ©
non erotic

My characters are as see through as plastic wrap.
My descriptions of are of landscapes I've never seen.
My artistic voice comes through a lung cancer machine.

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If we could meet..........
by skip.69 ©
erotic

I’d love you strong; I’d love you long,
I’d hug almost to death!

Longing to meet a cyber love.

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My Love
by kath69 ©
non erotic

The best part is coming home to you
Talking to you
Loving you

All about love.

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Okay, you have an idea what's out there, so go read. I hope I didn't miss any poems. And sorry for the lack of links. I had them inserted and clicked preview and they were lost! I don't have time to put them back in but you know where the poems are.

Re: Previews of the rest of Tuesday's Poems

LINKS ADDED

WickedEve said:

A little preview of the rest of Tuesday's poems:

Hearing her sing
by alyxen ©
non erotic

Nothing ever made me happier than hearing her sing in the shower

Brief poem. Nice line about the shower.

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Raw
by Du Lac ©
erotic

Aching full tension,
The edge of bliss,
I hold myself back,
Lusts breathing kiss.

A poet who is getting on the right track with poetry--not a lot of unnecessary words.

Forever
by Du Lac ©
non erotic

If I had only known.
My lips would have stayed on yours a second longer.

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Cusp
by impressive ©
erotic

There is respect
for divergent thought
and convergent desire
on the cusp of omneity.

Some interesting phrases.

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Three by AngelShadow:

Knowledge
by AngelShadow ©
non erotic
I know the ways of razor blades

Beneath the Eleventh Hour
by AngelShadow ©
erotic
Wipe the shadows from your eyes

Cemetery Picnic
by AngelShadow ©
non erotic
I brought him sunflowers and roses
crimson and gold
To brighten the ground where no flowers grew
dark and cold
I brought him wine and plums
white and black
To remember his abstract beauty
down and back

Angel's best poem, in my opinion, for today.

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Four by silverthorn:

Bound...
by silverthorn ©
erotic
He sneaks inside of me there…

I am Yours....
by silverthorn ©
erotic
unsure and dreamlike I ramble onward...

Middle of the Night....
by silverthorn ©
erotic
It is the middle of the night…3:00 am to be exact.

The Struggle
by silverthorn ©
erotic
I feel Him grab the power….

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It Feels Fuzzy
by Christina O. Leigh ©
non erotic

Nails scratching
Up and down
From my knee
To lower ankle.

"It feels fuzzy"

Very nice little poem with a cute ending.

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You Need a Compass
by Moonlust ©
non erotic

maybe I'm a teacup
full of sugars and frogs and burnt toast
maybe you've spent too much time
wondering why I kissed your cheek

Interesting poem with some really cool original phrases.

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Someone Just For Me
by wildtiger ©
non erotic

if I had nothing else I would not care

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Awakening: Under a Glass of Roses
by PurpleLinga ©
erotic

black shoes tapping,
white socks high
and skirts flowing all above me;
peeking long legs dancing,
twisting and kicking,
smelling roses...

A poem of 7 dancers and 1 voyeur.

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Haiku of Horror
by CyberSlut ©
erotic

Subjacent terror
Sibilant speech unnerving
Horror of all time

5 stanza haiku.

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Black sheer teddy, night.
by Annora ©
erotic

Slurping sounds slurp .. slurp .. slurp ..

Tongue twists around my clit

I am above shouting I want him to crawl inside of me

Harder... Oh My God I am going to cummmmmmmm......

If you want a poem with lots of fucking...

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All I Ever Wanted Was Love
by wildtiger ©
non erotic

Every time I get close to someone
they back away

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Abysmal Upheaval
by sensuall ©
erotic

The piss gushes and stings
Slashed thighs,
You heave and scream some more.

BDSM poem for those who enjoy something more extreme.

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The King of Illiterature
by seannelson ©
non erotic

My characters are as see through as plastic wrap.
My descriptions of are of landscapes I've never seen.
My artistic voice comes through a lung cancer machine.

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If we could meet..........
by skip.69 ©
erotic

I’d love you strong; I’d love you long,
I’d hug almost to death!

Longing to meet a cyber love.

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My Love
by kath69 ©
non erotic

The best part is coming home to you
Talking to you
Loving you

All about love.

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Okay, you have an idea what's out there, so go read. I hope I didn't miss any poems. And sorry for the lack of links. I had them inserted and clicked preview and they were lost! I don't have time to put them back in but you know where the poems are.

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Wed, 11/24 New Poems (prt I)

Hello Poets

I am about to dive into the mass of great poems that were posted today for review so I'll be back in a while to replace this post with its proper contents


I'm back

Lucky ya'll. This is quite an undertaking! Just fabulous writing in every poem that I have read so far. I hope everyone else also take the time to comment, vote and read...


Cialis 3 Viagra 1 by sandspike is a nostalgic witty turn on "baseball" with two of the biggest eh-hem...pharmaceuticals on the market. I especially liked his wrap-up:

Cialis saids 'let's play three'
Saturday's doubleheader, Sunday's night cap
playground open all weekend long
I smile to myself I am 16 and you are here

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Chance Encounter by The_Fool - I know nothing of villanelles or most form poetry for that matter, but I can say that I enjoyed the story that was weaved in Fool's lines.


Berlin - Los Angeles by Lauren Hynde - This poem is a Wow. Strong voice and imagery with non-tradtional style. I much enjoyed this, Lauren:

I will steal until the end of the world
just to find you. I will undoubtedly catch
the direct plane to L.A. and stand in the middle of the avenue
underneath the giant billboard of the movie theatre
where Providence was last shown.

I won't drink white wine until that day.

I'll eat your lips until they bleed.

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galactic ascension by Cordelia I'm finding the word "weave" best describes a villanelle to me and Cordelia has weaved a beauty in hers.


In a sense, annaswirl's the second veil was a snapshot in its self... one warmed in sepia tones. I enjoy her poems—I don't always understand them, but she leaves enough to make the poem yours.

The snapshot definition
of your sharp jaw line,
focused fingertips,
and hard edges cut all pretense
loose.

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Dimensions Unraveled by CremeBrule - I like this spin on 3D/2D world; it's meaningful with shades of blue.

And our three dimensions
are squeezed into two,
Catch another look at you
your lips paused in time,
half of these dimensions are mine.

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Miss Oatlash has me licking my lips in this tasty dish of hers: Let Me Take You Down

Widow's Thanksgiving by champagne1982 - This is a beautiful poem as it is all wrapped up in memories. Wonderful. I feel the warmth of her words. Thankful, indeed.

That Aubusson cannot be exposed
for then the light will fade the rose
and who, then, will see the pink curl
of petals as they unfurl?

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Belegon speaks in Better Left Unspoken. His undertones flow smoothly.

So now I will try
to keep things unvoiced
to hide a half
of my dreaming whole

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My Fate by postobitum has some great phrasing in this write that feels ancient and dark to me for some reason. Maybe because it's drizzling here and injects gray. All meaning, I enjoyed her poem.

An ancient leviathan in time,
this tasteless spector on my chapped lips,
molding me in ice and frigid heat,
taking me again for the momentary mistress,
an empty brazen shell receptive

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Mr Liarhas a thought-provoking, dark piece in The Jung And The Restless. In his public comments, it was mentioned the poem was full great one liners, and I agree with that by adding the poem on whole is just as fantastic.


Remec's poem, The Bed burned my eyes out... (or taught me new tricks)

body sprawled upon sheet and blanket
as easily as a spider web is
gently spread from post to pillar.

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Well, I'm not done with my mentions as there are a fair amount of poems I still haven't read, so I will be back to post the second half.

lots more to come...


- neo

Re: Wed, 11/24 New Poems (prt II)

Here's my part II of the new poems for Wednesday, for you all to enjoy like I have thus far


Two more by Remec, Reluctance, and damn, he penned some sweet ones in Strawberry Farmthat I'd like lift as I had previously for my challenge.

stained fingers matching
the colour on her lips
and chin,
as the lingering juices
left by each bite she took
of every berry she picked
made me catch my breath,
feeling so much painful bliss.

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Fulfillment by LilDarlin is a steamy one, all right.

Darling you are mine
Always will be
Rubbing souls
Locked securely away
Hiding till that second

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Escape from Everyday by tungtied2u

tt2u's poem today is one my favorites of the poetic amalgamation for the Thanksgiving challenge. Wonderful stuff:

In silence we hide
the things everyone must know
but we refuse to accept

without a fight
we will not be pushed down
forced into mundaneness

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average gina was another poet that really got into the Thanksgiving challenge and poured all of creativity in filling great lines between two great lines. Perhaps Not Your Touch, Trap, Looking, The Last Place, and finally, Healing a most moving piece. Here are couple quotes from the two I really enjoyed the most:

quote from "The Last Place":

touch me
in a way
I have not felt1
through skin
to spirit

yes

there

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quote from "Healing":

and now
though you
have departed
you are even
closer
now in my soul
i hold
a handful
of seeded prayers

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Another one of my favorites today wasThis Sanguine Water by jd4george This is simply fabulous and there are no other words for me to use to describe a remarkable work of art.

Our family name now misty water in their veins,
for he has no sons, no child to craft more legacy.
Still, for all those men before me, I pray that one day
this blood of my blood somehow enriches the soil, and
blossoms like miles of flowers opening at once.

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I've decided this is what took place in the "Wild West" behind them thar closed doors up in those second floors of saloons: Amarillo Rose and a candles glow and Amarillo Rose and the Abrasive one by ©


I still have some more poems to read through... wow, happily too!

BBL

- neo

Re: Wed, 11/24 New Poems (prt III)

Okay, folks this is the last of my review...

(ain't-cha glad?)

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C r a c k e r s or C o r n b r e a d?

wearing your face by SeattleRain

I think this is the longest poem I've ever read from Miss Seattle. This poem of hers may be long, but it is fast paced and she makes crude sound good.

New game:
how many times he can get her to say crackers
excuse me?
C r a c k e r s or C o r n b r e a d?
what and cornbread?
Crackers, crackers!

Suddenly this is her secret lover-code for
sliding his hot buttered cock between
the cheeks of her pilates high kick ass
crackers, baby
come on fuck my ass

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Have you ever been called a lemming so sublimely? Ignis Fatuus by jthserra This really is a nice piece or work. Brilliant.

Incurious ones he lulls
clinging to his epaulets,
tiny lemmings led astray
all cast in blind reverence,
lost in darkened disarray:
Epigone’s grand ignorance.

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The Mutt has a country song in the making with his poem, Memphis 212 Miles Great poem, I especailly liked his title and the use of Bucksnort because I know where that is

The kind of song you can sing along to
when you’re drinking a beer with sawdust in your hair,
that makes you lay a wistful look across the table at your honey,
and she gives you a blow job in your Camaro ‘cause it’s your anniversary.

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On Morna's Boulevard by Cerriwiden This poem was a beautiful and seamless within the two borrowed lines.

I watched us flicker then ignite
as if the moon fell from the sky
into our arms, held like a new born
love, all squall and need, bright
with loony hope.

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Rain Walk by Tathagata who wrote my favorite of the T-day challenge poems with his very emotive and expressive phrasing. Great work. I admire your poetry greatly.

Life is scar tissue.
Once you've accumulated enough
you shut down,
and we bury your pain in an ornate box,
and call it you,
leaving flowers to wither
atop your wounds.

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flyguy69's Tender as Piss, proves he has more then fine lines flowing from his fingers I do really like this stanza. Very smooth.

In a moon pale room
reserved for lovers
I tender silver for charms

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That's folks.. what I thought was great poetry and I want you all to know I felt so humble and privileged to review and read such fine work from you poets today.

Simply fabulous!




- neo

Thursday, November 25th

Hey all, I thought I'd tackle the New Poems for the 25th. Remember these are poems that appealed to my personal warped tastes and by no means reflect upon the quality of those I didn't mention in this review. Go read, vote and then come back and recommend a few yourself, too!

Mr Mushroom Head by JasperMan takes us on a metaphorical search for the mythic 'she'. Clever, but a little scary. I cannot imagine Mr. Roger's inviting the kiddies along on this trip.

How Dare You by average gina is a late entry Thanksgiving challenge poem that borders on being the best of her offerings to us. Anger, sorrow and regret are portrayed in this last expression of love to one who is dead and gone.

Amarillo Rose the dueling duece is the fourth in a series of poems by My Erotic Tale and I am yet again impressed by Art's facility with rhyme. He does so wonderfully and makes it look easy.

Our Storm by foehn is a first offering by this poet and is a very visual poem that's almost free association. The semi-colons, to me, were a little distracting but shouldn't deter you from enjoying this piece.

Girls In Salacious Bikinis by Christina O. Leigh is a wry look at an afternoon at the public pool. Worth a look.

Going Under by postobitum is an excellent poem capturing that emotional moment on the edge. I really like this one.

Hot for honey by tungtied2u is a clever plea for more sugar. It also uses formatting to give us a quick visual of where those fingers are in relation to the honeypot.

I wrote one too. Read about choices and be thankful for your own.

Am I stepping on toes, here?
diffidence by Tristesse
impresses me, difficult to do a poem about a poem that is interesting , a part of the Thanksgiving challenge, so done with a time limit also.
Would like to see this further developed, it is that good.
It is that good!
http://english.literotica.com/stories/showstory.php?id=173328
added benefit we get to see how long
WickedEve has been around (last line from...)
Familiar Nothing", by Wicked Eve ©1004
should be in public domain by now.

Some of my favorites...

There are so many outstanding poets here so hard to pick favorites...
I highly recommend the entire ballad series by Erotic Tail...

http://english.literotica.com:81/stories/showstory.php?id=173227[/URL]
Quote of one nice work from #7:
red sky slivered
beyond canyon walls
red curtains amber
coyote's cackle call


filled with vivid imagery and outstanding use of irregular rhyme they are all a pleasure to read... make the time to do so...

Next I just loved the thick immersion of rhetoric found in Small White Bones by Tristesse. Wow... I highly suggest you read this one out loud... and feel the words roll from your tongue the sensual nature of the combinations are overwhelming! A wonderful read!

Those are just a couple of the outstanding works I have been so taken with.. Thank you all for posting such wonderful works..
Du Lac

More More more.. I always say...

Here are some other wonderful reads....

http://english.literotica.com/stories/storyfeedbackboard.php?id=173330[/URL]

I just loved this work :
Speak As The Flower Blossoms
by Christina O. Leigh ©

Adore from afar,
As I slip down to nothing
In the corner of our room.
great visuals.. and honest portrayals... beautiful!

Next:

http://english.literotica.com/stories/showstory.php?id=173455
Parting Embrace
by impressive ©

the moment stopped... seconds.. brief ... the need for touch.. I just loved it..
Great works
Du Lac

Friday on Saturday

How unique...

Too much turkey and Thanksgiving cheer ( and family and friends and blah blah blah) kept me from the reviews yesterday
So here we go today...

as always my opinion and recommendations are based solely on the money and sexual favors I receive from the poets and nothing I say has any meaning or relevance...so really.....just ignore this

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A Poem for my birthday girl 1 #2 #3 -By Man Ray

Some lucky girl has 3 poems to read for her birthday which cover the spectrum from hot lust to tender romance....ah to be young and in love...



Small White Bones - Tristesse

Part of the Thanksgiving challenge Tess creates a microcosm of life in two simple yet image laden verses.
You can feel the damp, hear the rain, smell the soil, and see the small white bones. an excellent poem as evidenced by the "H" she already has.

diffidence - Tristesse

When she's on...she's On
the last verse, with the borrowed line from Wicked Eve is sublime.
read it if only to see how another's line can fit perfectly into a different poem.

Speak as The Flower Blossoms - Christina O Leigh

I like the title and the poem rides the line between suggestive and blatant nicely.
It's more restrained than some of her other works and presents a seductive picture of a women responding to her lovers words ( commands?) in the privacy of her bedchamber.
Ms. Leigh is making progress and this poem shows it.



Safety in Stillness - tungtied2u

there is safety
in stillness, a peace
painful yet predictable
the knowing of nothingness

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When a truth is presented so simply and directly you have to read it a few times.
This poem deserves a few reads just for that verse alone.
but read the whole thing.
TT has found a well of wisdom in his soul in the past 6 months or so and we are the benefactors.
Thank you



whatchamacallit wonderland - princes rayann

mystical magnolias
lounge above
the bursting fields of
marshmallowy mistletoe
and marigold marmalade

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reminds me of Lucy In The Sky with Diamonds in some ways, and Alice in Wonderland in others.
A very clever poem with great alliteration and some strikingly original images.
"ruby red rattlesnakes'
Damn that's good
Have a look



feeding time - princess rayann

I mention this because I can see the potential in it.
the idea and some of the wording is wonderful...it's a tad too long and the naming of the " emotions: doesn't work for me..
However....I'd ;love to see you rewrite this in 3-6 months and compare them.
You have a great grasp of idea and language..hang out here for a while and learn from some of the best and your poetry will improve 11o percent.
I'll be anxious to read it
: )


I wanted to mention My Erotic Tale's " Amarillo" series.
No matter what you think of it, the poetry is clever and well constructed and has rhymes that seem natural and easy.
I know I couldn't write anything that rhymed that would ever seem so effortless.
he truly has found his niche and he works in it wonderfully



That's it
Sorry again on being a day late
hope you all enjoy your holiday weekend

Saturday's reviews

First off thanks tath for that wonderful review and
comment~ (~_*)

also thanks to all the reviewers that read and
comment on the poems on there given day~
Bow's humble to them...wickedeve Liar tathagatta
tungtied2u maria champagne1982 (thanks for the
tip) (~_*) love poe's the BELLS...<grin>
This is challenging...grin...so here we go...


"New Poems Review" for Saturday 27, 2004

I still feel honored to do the reviews for Saturday
a slight challenge with gratified rewards from
words that came from a mind then spilled thru
letters to be read by another~

Each of us create in our own ways, each express
poetry from our own views...our individual ...
literary Art~

so here's what I read today <grin>
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The first snow fall: by Annora

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Feeling somehow part of this
I find myself falling back
landing ever so lightly
Swinging my arms and legs
I make a snow angel

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something special about snow angels...
and Annora made them even more special
and fun with her...
... pleasant poetry...
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blood lace : by jthserra

(CLIP)
"She choked in froth
her lips a blood laced origami
words spread in red threads
bubbling as she breathed
a poetry so pure, so true it flowed:
"Dammit, dammit, God..."

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zen master of pen poem~
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leaving florida: by darkeyeddemon


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"My shadow plays out long behind me
On the rusty Florida sand
I'm facing into the blazing sun
With my regrets close at hand"
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wow great poem Dark~
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long legged lure : by sensuall

(clip)
"The hauteur in that gaze
Nails you to the floor
And you muddle it all, just loiter
For a glimpse of those nylon
Riveted legs, blackest seam
Blacker heel, black toes
A sole
To snare
Mouth and tongue and cock."
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ATTENTION... HOT!!! POEM
excellent erotic poem~
sensual has grasped me with poetry~
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The Calling :by Du Lac

(clip)
"I wait for your calling
To come live in the bliss
Painful the longing
The need for your kiss"
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Du Lac had several poems post today
but I chose this one to read for it's name..
I'll definetly read the others...
a very moving poem...
an inspiring poet~

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burden: by lilyMelb

(CLIP)
"Lonely is this road now
Silence screams so loud
You said you’d be at the crossroads
But you could not be found
And so I travel onwards
Forwards on my own
And though I hear you calling
I know I am alone "
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I loved this poem's in depth flow
of carrying a burden in life or a road...?

Paramount poem~
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fat albert's decline: by Uncle Pervey

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"Fat Albert's frustration got out of hand,
And the poor fat bellied boy felt glum.
The fat boy had to give up what he liked,
And he slowly declined to a bum!! "
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"Huh..." I'm absolutely speechless (*_*)

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A Day in the life of a Flower: by sack

sack suprised me...I knew sack had some awesome
stories out... but had no idea of the poetic balance this writer has~ that maybe a superficial comment but
go read 'the big descision," and see for yourself~

oh...sack's other poem..!
it kick's ass!

(clip) (the whole poem)
Shall I ride off on my gallant white steed?

OR

Should I tie my shoes?

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Operation Migration: Reltne

cinquain "sack" called it!

I would have guessed Senryu~
but my guesser aint working today~
beautiful poem~

I took it as a spin from the movie?
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my lover : by sweetrapturedlight

(clip)
The field is full of purple and yellow flowers
The aroma is sweet
The breeze upon my face is gentle
Soft, like a whisper
My lover's voice beckoning me
Come closer
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"E"rotic poem~
I liked the way the poems words
rolled down into another faucet of
events...

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Exabitionist on cam: by Christine O Leigh

(clip)
It thrills me that it gets you off,
To see my swollen clit.
Just keep on typing dirty words,
I promise I won't quit.
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this witty fox fooled me, always has a twist
to her tail...then the boy friend shows up
<grin> cute and witty and most definetly
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Parting Embrace: by Impressive

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parting embrace
one thousand one ...
... one thousand two

more than it appears
one thousand one ...
... one thousand two
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"CLEVER AND WITTY"
very original and deep as well as
simply brilliant~
okay I liked it...for many reasons...
awesome poetry~
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lost : by Seeker and Finder

(CLIP)
So many should have beens,
So many could have beens,
were all we lost.
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a poem that unfortunately seems to be
the case for so so many...touching poem~

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We Are Still Alone: by Mme Khristine


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No man is an island, says Donne,
But neither is there room for another.
For try as we might
To dispel the isolation,
We are still alone.
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endearing poetry~
deeply toned with clarity~
MmeKhristine had several poems post as well
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Amarillo Rose: and the Stone

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one spanish angel
carved on granite
Letters: AMARILLO ROSE
written bold.
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the final chapter in this 8 part "BALLAD"
Perhaps it's not 'POE' material but was fun to
write...
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that was all the poets that had poems posted
as I said some had several out so there is still
a few discoveries left...perhaps that gem
of a poem we all look for that pushes the
right button inside us to make us smile/ live/
gasp/ or simply be moved by words...<grin>

thanks to all the poets and the journeys they
took me on...thanks to the Poets for allowing
me to play with the new poems reviews...
reviewing the poems posted Saturdays... 27, 2004

(~_*) Art~

Sunday 11/28..second attempt pt. 1

The ether ate my first try...so this will be an exercise in brevity and conciseness. I'm sure you will all be appreciative.

unburied by annaswirls

sparse, with eery overtones..reminds me of the movie "Carrie",
(I miss you Sissy)

unburied alive, gnarled fingers
claw at the air
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A Captain's Hand by RJMasters

Mostly a fresh wind, but mixed with some huffing and puffing.

He strokes the keel lovingly
Turns her into the wind
Testing Courage

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Angry rose by princess rayann

a bit wordy, and at times pronouns confound...but the sentiments help carry this

seeing him is forever a reminder of us.
and when he looks at me a certain way i see you loud and clear.
your manipulative smile pierces me and i feel your burning stare.

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Laser Surgery by Liar ....would you trust this man with your sight? Some colors are sharper than others here, but it rolls along so effortlessly, you can't help but enjoy the ride.

as if cyan
my fingerpaint digits
would swirl through
to touch your
magenta rushing heart

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Hot Rod by
postobitum

This is one bad maamma jamma of a poem...exudes attitude and greased back 50's flare

and my tempest machine
vibratin their tight little butts
makin denim feel like sandpaper
make em itch to get out an get free
an get me.

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Sunday 11/28..second attempt pt. 2

First..a sidenote.
Comments on new poems should be posted in the "To Keep the Review Thread Clean" thread. This will help others to browse the reviews more easily. Thanks for your help.

On with the show...

Seven moons by Trent_Dutch

a soft, serene read...

With the softness of the dim light,
Against her back, so pale and white,
Her hands a fist of my dark hair,
Her skin like marble, smooth and bare.

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Fantasize Till Climax by Christine O. Leigh

funny, I was fantasizing about something similar....

And climax,
While his hands are still
Compressed to the sheets,
Never opening his eyes
To even say
I love you.

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rain closet by My Erotic Tail

This item can be found on sale this week at the Home Depot nearest you...

naked to the confined world
wistful, dust to dust can still wash
flesh cleansed while burdens still bare

refreshing
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On Virtue's Legs by Cerriwiden and Tathagata (for the Grab A partner challenge)

Two very talented poets trade lines, but you couldn't tell if you didn't know. Like well woven silk, shiny, smooth and seamless.
A must read

Magicians and madmen lie,
throw shadows on cave walls,
and topsy truth turvy.

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Sunday 11/28..second attempt pt. 3

Heading into the home stretch....

Seething by Postobitum

Yeeow!...this is a howler

no excerpt..read and enjoy!

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Hair-raising by wicked eve
Eve's thanksgiving challenge poem.....a challenging read which will have you giving thanks...but holding onto the carving knife.

I was going to put a great passage in here, but I did something and now I can't copy....so read the poem...it's great...don't take my word for it...READ IT.

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ok the gods are telling me I better stop. There are other poems I'm not getting to, I apologize. Please read them as well. Vote and comment. Poets like feedback.....

Happy reading all...night night...

Monday, 11/29 new poems

New Poems

First of all, I want to thank WickedEve for doing the reviews last Monday. I felt so bad I was nearly disappointed that I didnt wake up dead, if you can relate, I am so sorry. I hope you are also feeling better Eve, youre an angel, a wicked, wicked, dolphin killing angel


Attention Shoppers, by denis hale. This man is disturbed, but in a very nice way, I will add. He gives us glimpses into his world, for me, it is sort of like being thrust into a Quentin Tarantino film while sitting in the middle of a sermon on hellfire and damnation- just damn unexpected sometimes! He has a colorful voice, llisten!!

ps, denis, my daughter works at Wal-Mart, in the photo lab, as she makes her way through college. I will have these images in my head all day now, gee, thanks

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Button-Fly Prison by neonurotic. Here is a poem, by a poet, who consistently shows me what he wants me to see, he doesn't just tell me what he thinks I should know. Note to newer poets here, less I, me, she, he they, did this or that or the other, ( I am also guilty of this) but use action words, verbs, I think they are called, to get your message across. The first stanza of neo's poem is short, but speaks, it doesnt whisper,it shows, good work, neo

I will not say how I feel about your dropping your pants, that would be baaaaddd but if you ever feel the distinct urge, obsession, you know where to find me...

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model of henry dying by WickedEve. First off, the title is genius, I had no idea what to expect, so I will not give it away, except to say, read it. Here is another example of how a poet is showing us the poem,WickedEve is always showing us something, and I truly love her visions.

and...intoxicating thief] by WickedEve.

and... Dead Dead Dolphin Dammit Eve, you are so good, I swear, it makes me wanna curl up into a little ball and ... oh wait, I did that last week, you have a gift, woman, thanks for sharing it!! poets, read this one, read the prequel, read, absorb, learn, write!!!

speed mellow
then tingle tango
toward mangle
soul ripper blues

I mean, where does this come from Eve, how can I get there, draw me a map, please?
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silhouette, by princess rayann. I am not certain, but I think she is going for a haiku, any of you who know this form better than I , please read and offer suggestions. I believe she is rigidly wedged in the 5-7-5 syllable count, even though there is at least one word I would drop, and it might make this a bit better, still, I'm not sure..please offer advice if you feel like it

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and finally, there was an E poem for us to absorb today. It has a furious, spurious feel and rhythm to it, I had to read it a couple of times to decide whether I actually liked it or not, and it is worth a read.

summary execution, by SummerMorning

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well, that's it for me, just a few that caught my eye, stimulated my imagination, or made me say, awww, or oh YES!!! read, vote, send FB, and most of all , write!!!

till next week,

maria

New Poems, Tuesday

Tuesday New Poems, and it's me, standing in for WickedEve. Hope that's okay with you poet-type people

To begin, one of my favorite poets here, Tristesse offers us a trio of lovely poems. 2 are form, masterfully done, yet the third, Night Beach is my favorite of the three. This poem took me away, to the one place I would rather be in this world, by the sea. Excellent use of tactile sense and visual imagery in all three Tess, just wonderful to read you, anytime.

Copacetic Persuasion,

Sometime Love

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Cages, by neonurotic. I guess it is just me, but the way I was raised, did not inspire me much to think that men could appreciate the more subtle things in life. neo does, and he shows and explains them in such a way that makes me feel ashamed for making sweeping generalizations. He is good, very good, this poem is good, very good...what did I expect?

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A Cleansing by irishcatsmeow. There were several parts of this poem that made me want to recommend it. This passage I thought was very deep, though I enjoyed the entire poem.

...Remembering to breathe
is difficult, as waterfalls cascade
down soft, smooth plains
and drop off precipices
into unchartered territory.
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Lion of Judah byflyguy69 just made me want to cry, but I am not certain why. I have known people ion unfortunate situations who did not seem to realize that they were in an unfortunate situation. Wanda seems this way to me. This is an excellent poem of looking in and expressing desire to help, but somehow it just seems like more. This is a must read, a must think about poem. well done flyguy69.

...Tin sheets
and furniture lean together in drunken
romance, cling happily but know
it won’t last. They dream of life
across the gully, and promise ...
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Time To Let Go by Christina O. Leigh is a realization poem, expressed nicely, yet holds onto the sadness that something is over and probably has been for a while.

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Well, that is it for me, and as always, these are just recommendations, opinions, some works that I liked or was drawn to. Please take the time to read and send FB as you desire, it is always appreciated, and thanks to all who posted today, it was a joy reading them...all

till next week,
maria

Wednesday, 12/1 New Poems (a day late)

Hello Poets

I apoligize for my mentions being slow as now it is a day later than I originally intended, but this post still highlights a day's worth of great poems...


I enjoyed both submissions by jd4george , Memory, Devoured by Leaves and Max just sat there—as each one gave a different little world of imagery and a story that you could see all laid out for you. I especially liked the latter of the two submissions and agree with one of the comment made that Max just sat there would be a great illustrated poem. I have just the picture, jd, but you'd have your 19 pound cat's name to Slim

quote from Memory, Devoured by Leaves:

I think things become lost in this forest,
covered and devoured by leaves and spills.
This forest, this wake and wrinkle
of dying things from whence springs
the mourning of my weariness

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quote from Max just sat there:

Inside looking out is the safest place to be,
watching like some Peeping Tom
as the city strips down to pantied lace
and gyrates slowly to some scratchy sax player
that moans on the hi-fi in the corner,
78 revolutions per minute.

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The Passage from Virgin to Bride by jthserra's erotic poem gives you a little voyeur peep that makes you want to whisper a praise on this highly erotic, sophisticated piece. (forgive the quote for messing up the formatting of the poem as that's as important as poem.)

wet yet taut
unfolding sharp
pain – resolution

into a flux of contour
confusion shifting
position & weight
as margin fades
to depth
a gasp a breath

hands on a perfect arch
her back

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postobitum's Sampler is an excellent of what we poets possess—a new eye on every day tasks that we can put our own spin on it and make it poetic.

I suck iron rich red,
glower at the tv and
outside, winter etching windows,
frozen needles
cross-stitching my sidewalk.

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Another example of what I just mentioned about something being "every day" made poetic is Liar's To Be An Envelope. What a fabulous write and imagination to make an insignificant utilitarian item become meaningful.

But now a strange container,
paper thin wall enigma.
Shielding hope and hunger
side by side, letter by letter.

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Last Call by trendyredhead is another poem tat uses its formatting for the overall effect of the poem and it's a stunner with shades of blue.

Smoke
What might have been
Hangs heavy
Lines unused
Permeating
What could have been

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Also not to be missed on the New Poems page is Cartwheelin by tungtied2u, Time~ by LilDarlin, Pain by The Mutt.


That's it for me, of what I thought was good poetry. Go out and support your own kind (other poets)—leave feedback so they can use your comments and improve their craft... that's what is important.

New poems Dec 02

Holy ravioli. This Thursday was an overload of good poetry. A lot of my favourite poets posted quality pieces, and a few less regular or new names, at least new to me, proved to be pleasant surprises.


Forgive me for being brief, there are quite a few of them.

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The first picks of the day are from poets that I already knew could deliver the funk. Those four gets my hereby official Mark Of Poet's Envy (the [color=BB0000]M[/color]OPE) for being just that fricking good.

Centering the energy by steve porter ([color=BB0000]M[/color])
Attention to detail is often seen as a virtue in poems. Here is a delightful poem about attention to detail. The result is a wonderful captured moment.

Epitath for a Pearl by Maria2394 ([color=BB0000]M[/color])
This is what poetry can be when it's so good it's almost embarrassing. Maria makes us see the world from a perspective that I never would ha expected, laying a puzzle of sand grains to shape a bigger picture. Brilliant.

Gettin Some Pussy Beats Havin A War by denis hale ([color=BB0000]M[/color])
Just that title... I mean hey, who the hell could argue there? Here we have denis hale doing it west coast style, in hs very own way. An eloquent rant somewhere between razor sharp sarcasm and just plain wierdness.

Amante XI by Eleanora Day (yep, another [color=BB0000]M[/color])
The eleventh poem in the Amante series of classical and/or classic-esque poetry is just as fucking good as the other ten. Go read it.

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Then, a little focus on a new name that I will be looking out for. Foehn has an eye for just the right details, and a voice that is as enjoyable as it is straightforward.

Their Stories
Prose poetry which skillfully blends, silent, still and mundane images with the most vivid magic. Simple words, but grand meaning.

The Fly on my Nose (This deserves an [color=BB0000]M[/color] too)
A early morning observation written so vivdly that it feels like I'm actually there, in macro view, looking downthe length of the writer's nose. That, my friends, is talent.

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Another new name is CTrei. Also a very personal and therefore interresting style.

unworthy child
This rant swings from rage to regret and throuh a swift dab or hope back to more rage. A helluvan emortional ride well worth the read.

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The rest kicks ass too:

For Our Own Good by WickedEve
A short, strong and wickedly dark piece of poetic erotica.

Understood embraces by wildsweetone
Delicately scripted serenity, with well balanced alliterations tying it together. Very nice.

Still life with mockingbird by steve porter
A very cool poem about a very cool song - I guess. I haven't heard of it or the only reference to an artist (Rob Mounsey?) that I could google up. But this made me tempted to look it up.

Outside Looking In by hippiedude
A sharp and spot-on portrait of an outsider in this glass house we call modern civilisation.

silver slut by My Erotic Tail
A sexy, sleazy snapshot that is both a bit sad, and a bit hot.

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Now, be good poets and go write sum. Either cool and insifghtful feedback, or poetry of your own.

#L

Friday Dec 3rd

Todays reviews sponsored by:


I know the " bad toys" section will appeal to some of the poets of the fairer sex here......
( especially one's who've broken dolphins)

disclaimer:

as always the opinions expressed here in are mine and mine only and any resemblance to anything coherent , alive or dead,is strictly coincidental

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body double - Seattlerain

as with all of Seattle's work..there is an underlying tension that. to me, is almost always sexual.
thus this line:
~bring on the body double
things are about to get dangerous. ~
Isn't so much a warning..as a dare.
give it a look


Cardiac Infectious - jd4george

I've said it before I'll say it again..this man always has something new . Never content to settle back on what works he always expands his boundaries and we reap the benefits.

each stanza can be taken almost as a haiku and read separately and then taken as a whole presents a whole new picture.
A must read
my favorite stanza:

~5.
Two thousand years
and I don’t remember any of it.
I had not been born
and I have not yet died

"Did I ever smile?"~

Great stuff




Pictures on a Bureau -by jd4george

~A diabetic’s warning card and a candy heart,
as if someone is keeping track of it all.
One part is pretense, the other, hope.~

With an opening verse like that...you know it's going to be good...the last verse is even better.
Once again..a must read


Crimson- InYourRoom

This is a darkly semi erotic piece that I liked the mood of.
It's almost a surreal piece with control seemingly on the verge of losing.
lines like:
~My nectar is bittersweet, sticky and fragrant--so much of it flowing inside me...it begs for release, begs to pour. ~
Makes you wonder which nectar is being discussed.
Worth a look



Stall - HomerPindar

if " the Rime of the Ancient Mariner" was this short I may have read it more than twice in 20 some odd years.
HomerPindar brings it into a version and a length we can all relate to..whether we be sailing or waiting in traffic.
and interesting poem.

Effusion For The Reawakening - InYourRoom

Another interesting offering from a new name.
I don't dare quote it , it will lose the whole effect..But I'd advise a read.


Clock - Wise - herecomestherain

some avant garde poetry that I found strangely erotic in a way.
read it aloud a few times......


that's it for me today.
Go and read and comment and feel free to point out anything you think I missed

have a good weekend all

New Poems Review, Sat~

Saturday Dec 4th 2004~
New Poems Review~

I have the honors of reading
and reviewing all the new poems
for this Saturday...

I believe we all try to achieve
excellence in our work therefore
all creations are literary Art~

(disclaimer: all opinions are my own...solely)
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old timers disease :by tathagata

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The mind can't conceive of horror and thus accepts
war, yelling, beatings
as all natural
and struggles to understand
the concept of sorrow and hate.
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life has joy...life has sorrow...
the balance, ...that is what I got from this poem~
a dip into the sorrow of truth~

zen master of pen~
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disturbed:by woodnymph_O

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Disturbed
aren’t we all
a million voices scream
in my head
I cant hold them
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this poem broke down some emotions
that come from being done wrong,
dealing with an event, sorrowful yet
truth striken~ with a dash of reality
~~~~~~~world fate?~~~~~~~
disturbing...<grin>
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Hades Halibis :by Liar

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sing the Homo Hades blues
latent instincts' holy cows
in your snake skin shackled shoes
spread like manure blatant vows
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liar...
sing the Hades blues..
To the melody of Liars poetic words,
a charming write into the beat of the tale
Hades Halibis bloom~

zen master of pen~
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What She Might Say :by Awful Arthur

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So now we write each week or so
or maybe I call
when there's little else to do
just casual friends
trying to care
about each other's lives
when really we're bored
with talk of kids and such
but think that it is better still
than completely losing touch

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a relationships turbulance... adrift
in this moving write,

tie two birds together and they can not fly
yet apart they fly...but unhappy they are
not bound~ (~_*)

You another
poem posted today by Awful Arthur...

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Only for you :by hotti

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I want to be the cotton candy
On your cone.
To be the sticky mess
On your fingers and lips.
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tastey poem, written very well
in sultry sweet goodies in delightful ways...
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I want to be the lollipop
On the end of your stick.
To be the sweetness in your throat.

did I mention EROTIC?
<grin>
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Touching trees :by Reltne

DEEP
short and sweet~
entrancing~
poetic~

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Osaka :by Lauren Hynde

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what light bathes your body
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Lauren's humorous wit explodes
in this delightful write,
what can I say
what a poem~
what a witty word woman~
what the.....
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Happy Hollowness :by doingmybest

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blood lies behind
every stitched seam
unknot this world
be setting yourself free
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doingmybest had this poem post as well being was a thought out poem about feelings and being a being~ also posted was repair a poem of dispair, all three were layden with wit from a poet that's...doingmybest

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Earth's Prick Invasion :by Uncle Pervey

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There was one thing they had in common with us,
It was something we just couldn't let pass.
All these "Pricks" wanted to do, was plug up holes,
And if you dropped your pants they'd drill your ass!

Every single one of each saucy bottom,
Were in real danger and "Extreme" risk!
These "Pricks" that invaded came in ALL sizes,
And their urge to plug a bare hole, was brisk!


Uncle Pervey's poetic flare is astounding~ he had several post today...becareful of notions Just tell them all to "Kiss your ass!!" Perv's notion...and his well ryhming poetry continues in Santa's Special Trip A Holiday cheer tale, Uncle Pervey has...A New Christmas Poem and Best three diet Pops
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That was the Poems for Saturday's post
New Erotic Poems~

I enjoyed reading all the poems that
was posted today, Thanks for the reads
and thank's to The Poets...


Poetry is expressing life
a journey of the mind...
that has no bounds!

Thank You for the journey!
My Erotic Tail~

Sunday Reviews 12/5 (delayed)

Sorry all....unexpected houseguests forced me to wait until today...but here are Sunday's Reviews.Thanks for your patience...

who will bear their grandsons? by maria2394 is a sobering and powerful observation on the plight of being born female in China, but also reflects on the heartless ways we can treat each other.

Little girls, little girls,
tied to wooden chairs they learn to rock,
then bound to potty-chairs,
they're left to rot.
Mother, you are selfish,
should have drowned her
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to the voyeur from HomerPindar is a clever piece of erotica....my only question is who is the voyeur her

Yeah,
I’m staring back at you
over her shoulder as I unbutton her blouse,
watching you watching us
as she unbuckles my trousers.
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A Small Passing by ohsteve is a short, simple and touching tribute which belies its title.

Friends with strange faces,
Smile sadly with inadequate words.
Doled out cliches’ fallen
Upon ears that hear only your forgotten voice.
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I hate it, boy howdy, does he....and twelveoone lets us know in no uncertain terms...a fun, fast read.

So says some Dylan boy in Dante’s Bar&Grill
Interrupting,
The smell of spirits, stupor, dried souls and wurst
With the scent of his swill
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steve porter tells us about Life on the rocks and sets the tone with a superb opening verse :

Life on the rocks,
along an uneven shore
of rough, ragged scrag,
scuttling across basalt.
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Blanche de Chambly by darkmaas delivers some fresh, crisp images, sharp phrasing and clever wordplay. My favoriet of the day. A must read

talk without moving their lips
double tongued
swing without moving their hips
double jointed
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I'm afraid that's all I've time for today....there are loads more I was unable to get to...I apologize....poets/readers -feel free to read, vote and comment....help a guy out here......we love to have your input.

TTFN, tt2u

New Poems, 12/06

New Poems.

Wicked Eve dispenses with the tact on how to write, and she just shows us with Bone Poetry. This poem cuts away all the fat and shows us the pain of what we, as poets, actually do when we share a part of ourselves. Excellent
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Fear of Shadowsby, foehn. Something about this one grabbed me, I think it was the first few lines.
Now, in the time that happens in between –
(time marches on in its circular parade) –
there comes another You. I haven’t seen
all of the versions yet, and I’m afraid
of the shadows of myself these suns create....
take a peek and let the author know what you think
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My Erotic Tale offers us the last poem. I like this poem, but I think it could be better. First off, I would lose the quotes from the first line, make them italics and condense the next lines into longer ones. I had thought, at first, this was going to be profound. I was almost disappointed at the end, ( perhaps I didnt totally understand what MET was aiming for) but I did enjoy this poem, just think it could be tweaked a little bit and made into a 5
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I will steal a comment left on Eve's next poem."poems don't come any better than this." ( thank you sack, for your words of wisdom) Mature Love Excellent, just excellent. better than 5.
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Eleanora, by Tathagata is a beautiful tribute, that Eleanora is a very lucky lady. Sorry I left out the link earlier, this one should not be missed.
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Lauren Hynde brings us another journey, from Porto-Beijing. Here is a poet who is so far beyond me, I almost feel inferior even attempting to speak of her work. Everything she writes is deep, has layers upon layers of meaning and it takes me several reads, even several reads over several days to actually "see" what she wants me to see, and I often believe she sets her meanings differenetly for each person, take from this what you will, but this part is truth and power, and touched me deeply, and allows me to believe that even I can be a poet-
The word is the power;
poetry, the clandestine complicity
that to all opposes,
to life and to death;
the poet, the informer.
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How Has My Light Gone? by NouveauLuneAttentes. Will this be my death? Will my own light go kicking and screaming into the never? I like this poem, a lot, it speaks to my own fears of the end, when I allow them in, which isnt often> I have witnessed the light "going" ( when my mother passed) and it is beautiful, so is this poem, that a person would share this, the images are stark and startling...well worth a read, or two.
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Have you ever seen an old movie, perhaps from the forties, when everything was black and white and easier to understand? This is the feeling that neonurotic gave me with his new poemStreetlight Effect. simplicity and ability, to appreciate the simplicity, Dear neo, it seems like life is feeling very mellow for you lately, I am so glad!! enjoy your trip and rub G's tummy for me
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read, vote, send FB, PC, just enjoy, theres a lot to enjoy lately

maria

Tuesday Reviews

I have several appts. today, so I'm not sure what time all the reviews will be up. I've only read a few so far. I'd like to mention this one before I leave for awhile.

beyond naked
by annaswirls ©

to be free of chain mail links,
stand not only naked but
inside out
out in love love

Some poems you like immediately and you like them from the start. This is one.

tuesday dec 7

Date night: Hooters
by SeattleRain ©

Kristin sat down and slid in
on slick orange polyester short shorts
across the booth, close

You know what you want?
she asks in that cartoon cute voice
smooth with innuendo.

You know you want to read it, if you haven't already. Go do it. It's very interesting. I enjoyed it. Good little story in it.

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Question of Importance
by postobitum ©

True commitment to
a feeling, idea, cause, person -
what is it?
Civility? Conflict? Mom?
Honor? Pudding?

She gives us honor and pudding. Most pudding poetry is damn good. So, check out posty's new poem. I like postobitum's work.

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still life with streetlights
by annaswirls ©

winter morning
naked before a half shaded window
see you always in profile
head turned far enough
to block expression
like poetry posted on corkboard
anonomoyous

I haven't read all of today's poems, but it's hard to imagine a better one than this.

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That's all for the moment.