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Dagger of Set

Dagger of Set by Michael Romani Erased from history Still there in the legacy The gods are angered And all of our lives endangered The dagger of Set Jagged edge of death It’s a curse we endure From which there … Continue reading

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Moments of Gratitude

Moments of Gratitude by Michael Romani In this moment of graceful gratitude I approach all of life in a thankful attitude Giving God all the honor and all the glory This is my song and this is my story Praising … Continue reading

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In Memorial To My Sister

I wrote this poem to and for my sister as I realized she would not overcome cancer. Today is the anniversary of her birth. I had wrote passing. I am grateful that she is out of pain. I miss her … Continue reading

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Macy’s Day Parade 2017

Macy’s Day Parade 2017 by Michael Romani Waking up just a little late I forgot that I had made myself a date To watch the Macy’s Day Parade Even if alone for this serenade A visual serenade of beauty, color … Continue reading

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Egyptian Dawn

Egyptian Dawn by Michael Romani Mercury drips Leading to madness Shake of her hips Only leads to sadness Death Is not the end Evil held down To where it was meant to descend Out of time Out of place A … Continue reading

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Thought For the Day: Losing A Language Is Like Losing Part of Mankind

“For every language that becomes extinct, an image of man disappears.” – Octavio Paz, poet, diplomat, Nobel laureate (1914-1998) To learn more about this interesting poet, please see: https://www.theparisreview.org/interviews/2192/octavio-paz-the-art-of-poetry-no-42-octavio-paz For a great start at understanding the issue of endangered languages, … Continue reading

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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Sludge

It was one of those mornings, a little hectic Words were barely forming, phonetic My mind whirring at a slow mental sludge Truth is that my thoughts would barely budge Still, showing up for our bit of morning poetry Is … Continue reading

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The Thirst For Power

Thirst For Power by Michael Romani History is replete In how it completes A man’s thirst for power Grows and devours Since the days of Cain and Abel The wicked man does as able To take what he believes is … Continue reading

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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: Morte d’Arthur – Alfred, Lord Tennyson

We have previously discussed the like and work of Alfred, Lord Tennyson.  This work based on the life and death of King Arthur is a classic certainly worthy of our review and acquaintance. You may read this poem by Tennyson … Continue reading

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Seeking Riches of the Heart

Based on Acts 16:1-15 Seeking Riches of the Heart by Michael Romani Uncertain if I am just a dreamer In a silent prayer to our redeemer I started to think on ministry How it’s been in our history Building a … Continue reading

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