Content: peace

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Rev. Martin Luther King's struggle for civil rights was a bold political initiative. Politicians didn't like it, wished he would go away, but he wouldn't. He was right. He put his life on the line. He forced the Kennedy administration to face up to the reality of segregation. The evil of segregation not only in the south but up north too. Rev. Ralph Roy went to jail with Rev. King for disobeying the law. He was a white man who had a Methodist church in Harlem. I meet him every July 4 at a picnic in Ware, Mass. He brings his friend Joan, Robert DeNiro's Aunt.

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Taking a break from the serious dramatic poems. This is poetry-lite. I hope it goes down easy. I was just fascinated by the life of Emily Dickinson- Had to say goodbye to her. Have a great New Year all

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This is more of a freeing of one's soul Not sure regarding formal format or allowing it to simply go where it wants to go. Perhaps it is simply a gift to me as a writer... to just let the words flow freely, with no rules holding me back... no particular audience to please... just one soul putting into words her experiences... Any feedback.. It may ramble a bit but I think that would be appropriate ate times. These are thoughts in verses.

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This has a numbing affect. Let me know what you think . . . Humbly, Radley

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I do not want this to be corny so be very hard on me. This is a theme I tend to write a lot on and I truly don't know why. I am haunted by the pain our vets have suffered down through all the wars. I have witnessed the destruction of families and friends trying to understand what they cannot nor will they ever be able to.

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I wrote this back in my twenties, but even now, two decades later, it still remains one of my favorites. This site is the first to see it. Initial reaction is what I'm looking for, please. To all of the poetry experts, any suggestions for cleaning it up would be much appreciated. Thanks!

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All feedback welcome.

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Hurt not others in ways that you yourself would find hurtful. BUDDHISM Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. CHRISTIANITY Never do to others what you would not like them to do to you. CONFUCIANISM This is the sum of all duty: do nothing to others which, if it were done to you, would cause you pain. HINDUISM None of you is a believer until you love for your neighbor what you love for yourself. ISLAMIC What is hateful to you, do not do to others. JUDAISM Regard your neighbor’s gain as your own gain, and your neighbor’s loss as your own loss. TAOISM This is a Christmas poem, but the message it is meant to convey is a universal one common to - and transcending all -religions. Therefore, it is offered in the spirit of a unifying ideal. Merry Christmas. May we all experience peace and joy during this holiday season.

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This poem was built, over a two month period, from some bits of overheard conversation and a re-reading of some essays by authors of the "Beat" era. Comments welcome.

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Oscar is a charming fellow who cares for a cemetery in Savannah in ways you can't imagine.

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When rain falls upon a spiders web, the threads contain the drops in a jewelled necklace.

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In the evening calm I compose a piece. Say what you will - technical comments hugely appreciated.

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My journey into the world of writing how one person inspired and lit the fire but also snuffed the flame. Finding my voice Listening harder, watching closer, feeling textures emotionally reaching hope thanksgiving for help on site. Comparing work and seeing if improving. Open and honest opinions as am taking this seriously and honestly due to a reviewer and his courage to point out the flaws.

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I was up in the wee hours, and it was raining. My spirit was restless, so I sat and listened to it for about 4 hours, trying to pray; get some peace in my soul. This is what came of it!

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Simply put, this is an echo of my life. The words are exact, albeit put in "poetry form". I don't presume to tell you, the reader, anything. Just listen to YOUR heart!

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I was taking my early morning walk; the day before had been rather difficult; full of questions unanswered, and as I was thinking about it, part of this writing popped into my head...the title and the first 2 lines. I came home and added the rest.

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