Poetry Prompt: Craft a poem that explores the concept of time and its passage.
Day 5 – National Poetry Month
Tag: life
National Poetry Month – Day 2 Poetry Prompt
New Year’s Eve with my big sister. Moving into 1956.
Today’s Poetry Prompt: Describe a childhood memory using poetic language.
Artist & Poet Talk with Francisco Bravo Cabrera
Dive into the mesmerizing world of Francisco Bravo Cabrera, also known as Bodo Vespaciano! A graduate of Miami’s Florida International University, Francisco has been conquering the art scene since 1998 with his innovative blend of “JaZzArt” and “Surreal-Expressionism.” From the bustling streets of New York to the vibrant shores of Miami, and even the enchanting cities of Istanbul and Barcelona, Francisco’s masterpieces have captivated audiences worldwide! His canvases sing with the harmony of musical instruments intertwined with ethereal bodies, inviting you into his realms of jazz and fantasy. But it’s not just about the art – Francisco’s mission is to spread a message of hope, peace, and unity through his paintings, touching hearts and inspiring minds. And mark your calendars! Francisco has graciously donated his talent to illustrate the cover of “One Petal at a Time” by Joni Caggiano, coming your way on April 5th! As Francisco himself says, “One must be true to oneself. I am a painter of my day, giving spirituality to my work. Talent is the result of hard work, but art is a gift from God, and to God goes the glory.” Connect with Francisco and explore his breathtaking creations at paintinginvalencia.com. Don’t miss out on this journey of artistry and soul-stirring expression!
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FEATURE: Zaneta Varnado Johns “Let Your Poetry Shine” on WSATV
Zaneta Varnado Johns shares her poetic experiences and talks about her prolific works with the Women Speakers Association TV.
In the video Johns shared about a poem by none other than Nikki Giovanni and how this experience encouraged her poetic life. Of course, I had to go find a video, so here you go: Nikki Giovanni recites Ego Tripping
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ANNOUNCEMENT! Dear Heart has been published!
Before computers, we wrote letters. My mother’s letters were like little novellas, several pages long. Her family members and friends loved to get her “books.” Letters from mom were heartfelt and brought tears of love. As her pen moved passionately across the pages, sometimes her clear, blue eyes would well up. Letters were her release. They were her way of expressing herself in ways she could not voice. Occasionally, she would write letters to people out of anger and then tear them up. These could have been to politicians, relatives, and those are the ones I knew about. She would express her heart’s desire, open up her soul, and pour out her thoughts.
While I did not have the beautiful penmanship of my mother, I learned that the pen was my power. Some of my letters were releases which I destroyed. At age 15, I even wrote one about the need for a doctor in our little town. The letter and story was published in the newspaper.
As a writer and a poet, I write as if my words are letters to the world, perhaps to express the desires of my heart. Other times I write to simply write.
When we do express our desires within our heart this has a way of stirring up thoughts and even action plans to make things happen. They could be acceptances of things that can’t be changed, but often are steps toward courage to make something happen.
I posed this question and requested to others: What is the desire in your heart? This is my challenge to you. I would like to read about the desires in your heart in the “Dear Heart” anthology of letters, poetry, art, photography, and whatever ways helps you express your passion.
There was a caveat to this. In honor of my mother, the expressions were to be sent to me via good old fashioned snail mail.
Now, it is my pleasure to bring to you these beautiful heartfelt responses via Dear Heart.
Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld
Contributirs: Alice Taylor, Chyrel J. Jackson, Danielle Martin, Jia-Li Yang, Jill Sharon Kimmelman, Jodi Lynn Nehring, Karen Monteith, Max H. Tomey, Nanci Arvizu, Pratibha Savani, Rebecca Herz, Richa Dinesh Sharma, Robin Klammer, Sarah Ryan, Shiela Denise Scott, Steve Anc, Terri Michels, and Zaneta Varnado Johns.
Special Shout out to Kay Doiron for the cover art and to Zan Johns for her wonderful editing skills.
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