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Ten Things of Thankful – April 9 2021

April 9, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Happy Friday and TTOT day! I found my graphic for National Poetry Month. I has saved it and couldn’t figure out where and there is was in a special folder for April. Duh… Let’s see what’s on the thankful meter…

I found said graphic. Isn’t it pretty. This month is all things poetry. It’s been busy already, but I always look forward to it.
The say to not stare at the sun because it can mess up your vision. After the good news I could not share, I looked at the shadows, the clouds and saw some glimmers of silvers linings which showed me that, a too bright sun can shine the light but you have to pay attention to the clouds. That’s the silver linings part, the clouds showed me that the news I could not and still cannot share was not to be and I am thankful that I was able to make a choice about the decision.
The Poets Coffee Table Talk turned out beautiful. It was well attended and the sharing, the poetry, the important messages about social justice all came together to what I think is an increased awareness.

**Susi Bocks shared about her anthology and some of us read contributions.**

4. Heart Beats is published and there are two poetry readings on Saturday. These will be by contributors to the anthology. I am thankful how this is all coming together and I am excited to bring all this talent together under one virtual roof. And I am grateful for all the poets for their contributions. Here are the links if interested.

Poetry Reading by Contributors to Heart Beats – Anthology of Poetry

Saturday, Apr 10, 2021, 10:00 AM

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6 Poetry Lovers Attending

Heart Beats Anthology of Poetry was published in March 2021 This is an opportunity for contributors to share their poetry and celebrate the publishing of this book of poetry. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736562002

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Poetry Reading by Contributors to Heart Beats Anthology of Poetry

Saturday, Apr 10, 2021, 7:00 PM

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4 Poetry Lovers Attending

We want to celebrate the publishing of Heart Beats Anthology of Poetry. Come celebrate with us as the contributors read their beautiful contributions to this anthology. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736562002

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5. I had my annual physical and my numbers were pretty decent. A couple of tweaks needed, but over all, it is not bad. And I have shot number two out of the way. I have a lot of tiredness from it and soon this will pass.

6. The collaboration is coming along nicely.

7. I have been reading a lot of poetry and doing reviews. How would that not be a huge thankful?!!

8. I have contracted again this year for judging a competition. I am grateful for this opportunity.

9. I am grateful I don’t have to go out in the pollen. Not everybody has this choice and I pray for them to be able to manage each day.

10. YOU! What’s your thankful? Please do share either in comments or by posting a blog post. We love to hear good news. Bernie is all ears!!

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Monday Night Plans? How About a Poetry Event?

April 3, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Poets Coffee Table Talk

Monday, Apr 5, 2021, 6:00 PM

Online event
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19 Poetry Lovers Attending

Just like in the old days when poets came together, perhaps imbibed, or had some coffee, and talked about the problems of the world and how they would use poetry to speak their minds. This is a Coffee Table Talk. We will have a select group of panelists: Susi Bocks Chyrel J. Jackson Maxima Kahn LaVan Robinson For this event, Susi Bocks will be shar…

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Heart Beats is Published!

March 28, 2021March 28, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

We are thrilled to announce that Heart Beats: Anthology of Poetry has been published. Such a wonderful selection of poetry is now available for poetry lovers!

What is Heart Beats?

Heart Beats is an anthology of poetry about the various aspects of what makes us tick or makes a heart-beat. This is about love, life, happiness, anything that makes life more joyful or tolerable. Let’s face it. These are tough times and there have been many events in 2020 which have many of us shaking our heads. People who were once friends have gone their separate ways. Some are soul searching, examining life more closely as time has leant more for this. Heart Beats is about working through and maybe even overcoming these challenges. It is about what brings smiles to our faces or, at least, in our hearts. Heart Beats is about life’s ups and downs and in-between, and how different points of view merge into one beautiful collection of poetic works. Inviting poets from the world to take part made this project even more meaningful. We are a world of people, and the poetry community has become more culturally diverse. This is largely because of the pandemic, as people are interacting virtually more than before. All this said, Heart Beats has beautiful works of art, some of which may bring tears of sadness and of joy. Perhaps as you read, you will find that one thing that makes your heart beat.

Thank you!

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World Poetry Day Virtual Event – March 21 2021

March 20, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

World Poetry Day – Poetry Reading by Poets of Green Cat Books

Sunday, Mar 21, 2021, 10:00 AM

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4 Poetry Lovers Attending

It is with great excitement to announce that on Sunday, March 21 at 10 AM ET there will be a special reading by the poets from Green Cat Books all the way from the United Kingdom. The event will be by video and will be recorded for future viewing on the Prolific Pulse Poetry Channel on YouTube as well as played on the Prolific Pulse Poetry Podcast….

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If you do not wish to sign up on Meetup, please send a message in the site comments here and I will send you information on how to attend this free event.

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Poets Coffee Table Talks

March 4, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Imagine sitting around the table in a coffee house like in the old days. Remember the beatnik days? Then you may be a baby boomer, like me. Perhaps you are more into another scene, open mics at the local coffee shop or bar. Well, it’s now 2021 and we get to do these things virtually. That’s right! You can wear your beanie, scarves, have your favorite beverage and snacks and participate in the Poets Coffee Table Talk held in your home on your computer, tablet, phone…

National Poetry Month is coming in April. There is something planned for every day of the month. One of many events will be the Coffee Table Talks to be held each Monday night in April. We will have panelists who will speak about a variety of topics, each week being something different. Come join us for one, two, three, or even all four sessions. Take a look and sign up if you would like to join. If you are not wanting to sign up on the Meetup page, go to the comments on this page and provide your email and I will send the link.

Check out each weeks offerings and sign up 🙂

Poets Coffee Table Talk

Monday, Apr 5, 2021, 6:00 PM

Online event
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4 Poetry Lovers Attending

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Poets Coffee Table Talk

Monday, Apr 12, 2021, 6:00 PM

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1 Poetry Lovers Attending

Just like in the old days when poets came together, perhaps imbibed, or had some coffee, and talked about the problems of the world and how they would use poetry to speak their minds. This is a Coffee Table Talk. We will have a select group of panelists: Arlene Bice Marcella Remund Zan Johns For this event we will be talking about anthologies of po…

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Poets Coffee Table Talk

Monday, Apr 19, 2021, 6:00 PM

Online event
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3 Poetry Lovers Attending

Just like in the old days when poets came together, perhaps imbibed, or had some coffee, and talked about the problems of the world and how they would use poetry to speak their minds. This is a Coffee Table Talk. We will have a select group of panelists: Susan Brearley Aruna Gurumurthy Jill Sharon Kimmelman Barbara Truncellito For this event: Susa…

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Poets Coffee Table Talk

Monday, Apr 26, 2021, 6:00 PM

Online event
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1 Poetry Lovers Attending

Just like in the old days when poets came together, perhaps imbibed, or had some coffee, and talked about the problems of the world and how they would use poetry to speak their minds. This is a Coffee Table Talk. For this event, we will be talking about the crafting of a poem. What do you use or do to inspire a poem? Who/what is your muse, do you u…

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