tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70433051938846177932024-03-18T21:28:36.246-07:00POETRY IN MOTIONAuthor Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-55790699335388573612014-03-13T17:39:00.001-07:002014-03-13T17:39:33.092-07:00"Where Have I Been & Where Did The Time Go?"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><i>~~Within the last 2 years, Many Good things have happened, along with a few obstacles in the long journey of life. As a firm believer that 'Tomorrow is always a better day' keeps me thinking positive, regardless of unexpected crisis that many of us face.</i></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><i>Where have I been? Aside of personal family responsibilities, which were extremely challenging. I began my Business as President of Author Promotions LLC in AZ. This has kept my mind focused on My Authors & my work through devotion & sincere dedication. I'm always out there Promoting & Reviewing.</i></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><i>I have received several Awards from the IBC in the past few years & every day is a busy one for me with my Business, running my Ning Network & always out there Promoting. The number of clients keep increasing & the work continues. </i></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><i>There is a great deal that I'd love to write about, especially in poetic verse, which I am almost ready to go back to as a comfort zone in my writing. I will keep you all posted & I wish for 2014 to be a Great year for everyone. Happy Writing to All!</i></b></span></span>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-86542180551667085052012-11-17T16:12:00.001-08:002012-11-17T16:12:52.904-08:00~~About 2012~~"Here & Almost Gone"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><i>Another year almost gone, a very Challenging year, with a weak & troubled economy. As for me, faced many Challenges of my own & somehow, got through them. 2012 almost gone & 2013 around the corner. For the New Year, I Pray economy gets better for many. And I Pray, that along with my work for my authors, I may finally be able to write some words of my own in Peace & Tranquility. </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Wishing Everyone A Happy Thanksgiving Coming Soon & the Best for the Holidays. May all your Dreams Come True!"</i></b></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><i>Wishing everyone a Safe, Healthy & Happy holiday Season. I hope all your dreams come true. May the New year be the Best ever!</i></b></span>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-15344326052661733402011-10-18T18:18:00.000-07:002011-10-18T18:18:32.004-07:00What Will 2012 Bring?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgROzsJcHgDZ2q19vi7FqnzrtuqEwgrkTkYFoDxFQLQOyX266MKInwczWCLoLQLuZF51ufKpB20cUIOdBKRg4WY9HKe0Sdc5UkpuN8o-K4HRXXUb0CdqYakcoVbu0C5gk1lWSmNaf4dg48/s1600/white+rose+book.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgROzsJcHgDZ2q19vi7FqnzrtuqEwgrkTkYFoDxFQLQOyX266MKInwczWCLoLQLuZF51ufKpB20cUIOdBKRg4WY9HKe0Sdc5UkpuN8o-K4HRXXUb0CdqYakcoVbu0C5gk1lWSmNaf4dg48/s320/white+rose+book.bmp" width="320" /></a></div><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><i>~~I will keep you posted on Websites & New Projects in 2012!</i></b></span>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-30360653086930211812011-01-23T13:48:00.000-08:002011-01-23T13:48:49.851-08:00"HAPPY NEW YEAR!"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivQbcCI9wcrzy33y_JYrhyXKAIZz31k5eCAMMBnuIN0DllDZIMv7U4MrxRxW1nBYp-8DDAKs0_KXKFWxq34gURnl3DBGsGiRaF9GlETzjEr89ggi-LZjuddHYZ7D9yRAV354wYZG7wPig/s1600/3+red+%2526+Green+books.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivQbcCI9wcrzy33y_JYrhyXKAIZz31k5eCAMMBnuIN0DllDZIMv7U4MrxRxW1nBYp-8DDAKs0_KXKFWxq34gURnl3DBGsGiRaF9GlETzjEr89ggi-LZjuddHYZ7D9yRAV354wYZG7wPig/s1600/3+red+%2526+Green+books.bmp" /></a></div><b>HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL! May 2011 Bring Peace, Good Health & Happiness to ALL!</b><br />
<b>I'm Happy to say that 2010 is now Behind us. A Very Challenging Year for Many, including Me.</b><br />
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Happy Weekend!Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-79544724935704288212010-03-13T13:01:00.000-08:002010-03-13T13:01:49.670-08:00*2010 Update on Poetry*<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA8CKatdl5vEcM5zpb4WmGlnQr43FFX7RBpoDyFtAH7XM1lWvd0JivSLK_P5NiVwW528N08IEe5QnYyZIVLgo3v7oviZhBeZpr1QD7Y7rz_ugZSaw4gAoAd741zlaolKVMk8K51wQL1hs/s1600-h/book+for+me.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="116" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA8CKatdl5vEcM5zpb4WmGlnQr43FFX7RBpoDyFtAH7XM1lWvd0JivSLK_P5NiVwW528N08IEe5QnYyZIVLgo3v7oviZhBeZpr1QD7Y7rz_ugZSaw4gAoAd741zlaolKVMk8K51wQL1hs/s200/book+for+me.bmp" vt="true" width="200" /></a></div><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Coming Soon, I will be Posting some Poetry for Enjoyment of All readers. The last few</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">years, I focused more on Promoting my fellow authors, which I enjoy. Wishing All Poets and writers much Success in your writing achievements.</span></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-61038319459136783462008-05-13T16:35:00.000-07:002008-05-13T16:40:17.565-07:00***THE POETIC CAFE***AN UPDATE ON POETRY OVER AT ...."THE POETIC CAFE"<br /><br />We Now have Poetry Showcased by Different Authors. All are Welcome To Visit.<br /><br />It's a Friendly place on A Friendly website & Readers, Writers & Poets Are All Welcome!<br /><br />Come On Over & Visit Us...I'd Love it if you can leave some Comments for these<br /><br />Talented Authors!<br /><br />Thank you & Wishing U All A Pleasant Week!<br /><br /> GeriAuthor Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-82685889850676972362008-04-09T18:06:00.000-07:002008-04-09T18:21:16.201-07:00What's New?<strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">I recently opened up a New Group on:</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">The WRITERS and Readers of Distinctive Fiction Website</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">The Name of my Group is:</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">"THE POETIC CAFE"</span></strong> On:<br /><br /><a href="http://romancewriterandreader.ning.com/profile/GeriAhearn">http://romancewriterandreader.ning.com/profile/GeriAhearn</a><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">It's open to READERS & WRITERS</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">ALL ARE WELCOME!</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">It's A Place to sit-back, take off your shoes & Relax!</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">No work is required...</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">For poets who wish to Write a poem, or just read & enjoy...that's fine!</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">For Members in the Group who wish to comment on Displayed Poetry--</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">That's Fine too...</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">And...For Anyone who just wants to meet new friends & chat--that's Fine too!</span></strong><br /><br />On Special Occasions--I will have Contests & Award Prizes!<br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">Happy Wednesday Folks!</span></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-20855654796157569922008-03-25T12:15:00.000-07:002008-03-25T12:21:19.358-07:00I WELCOME ALL READERS & POETS<strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">I created this Blog specifically as a Place to come to for Relaxation--to destress</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">and Ease the mind--Poetry to me always brought Peace & calmed my Nerves-- Feel free to just relax & read,</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">and if U wish to comment--that's fine also. Wishing U all a Pleasant week!</span></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-12127029965414624482008-03-11T20:28:00.000-07:002008-03-11T20:34:26.766-07:00Under The Stars<em>Pitter-Patter, horseshoes echo</em><br /><em>while prancing dark street</em><br /><em>in buggy,</em><br /><em>escorting two lovers kissing.</em><br /><em></em><br /><em></em><br /><em><strong>C 2001</strong></em><br /><strong><em>"Life's Poetic Journey"</em></strong><br /><strong><em>Geri Ahearn</em></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-15616808777036303382008-03-02T08:53:00.000-08:002008-03-02T09:05:39.605-08:00A Lonely Soldier's Lullaby<em>The illuminated sky became obscured</em><br /><em>when night had fallen.</em><br /><em>The lonely soldier hid in darkness</em><br /><em>in a misty hole of dirt</em><br /><em>where his frightened voice lingered on.</em><br /><em>"Free me from this misery,</em><br /><em>his buddy heard him calling."</em><br /><em>Every night after gray clouds rolled by,</em><br /><em>the lonely soldier</em><br /><em>sang his humble lullaby.</em><br /><em>But, no one could see</em><br /><em>the tears in his eyes</em><br /><em>when the soldier began to cry.</em><br /><em>Once a happy man was he,</em><br /><em>just like you,</em><br /><em>and just like me.</em><br /><em>A man who had a life before Vietnam</em><br /><em>with a wife, a child, and a happy family.</em><br /><em>Now, crouched down</em><br /><em>in a black hole of silence</em><br /><em>where his family and friends from home</em><br /><em>can't see the tears on his face,</em><br /><em>or the rags he wears for clothes.</em><br /><em>No one could feel his pain</em><br /><em>from wounds that made scars</em><br /><em>every night when he hides from the enemy,</em><br /><em>while he cries a lonely soldier's lullaby.</em><br /><em></em><br /><strong><em>C 1998 Geri Ahearn</em></strong><br /><strong><em>Published in "Life's Poetic Journey" 2001</em></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-57786439674062830812008-03-02T08:33:00.000-08:002008-03-02T08:52:13.105-08:00The Vietnam War Began 3/2/1965<em>This Poem "A Lonely Soldier's Lullaby" Was written in 1998, in Memory of All those</em><br /><em>who Served in the Vietnam War. I wrote it After working as a Student Nurse in the</em><br /><em>Veterans Hospital in Northport, Long Island, New york. In 1995, After I began a</em><br /><em>writing career, Poetry was my first craving. I had a burning desire to tell the World</em><br /><em>about the Era of the 60s---especially 1968--The year that Rocked America!</em><br /><em>This Poem is dedicated to my Classmates of 1968. Prior to Reuniting with my Class</em><br /><em>of 1968 for my 30 year class Reunion. The Memories of this era & what the Babyboomers</em><br /><em>were forced to face encouraged me to Dedicate Poems to the world--in the USA &</em><br /><em>International. This is for Brentwood High School--Class of 1968--Long Island, New York.</em><br /><em>This is for ALL Those who served in the Vietnam War, all those who gave their lives,</em><br /><em>and for the families who suffered a loss. I intend to keep a Special Candle burning</em><br /><em>in Memory for our American soldiers, their families, and the affects upon All babyboomers</em><br /><em>of the 10 year war--Vietnam!</em>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-70995488378015741562008-03-01T18:49:00.000-08:002008-03-01T18:59:48.884-08:00Submissions for the 2008 J. D. Poetry Award<em>PoetWorks Press is pleased to announce a call for submissions for the Josephine Darner</em><br /><em>Poetry Award for 2008. This honorable award will be presented to the poet whose work</em><br /><em>is judged as "most distinguished" among the submissions received. In addition to a cash</em><br /><em>prize($350.00), ten perfect bound book copies of a collection (60 to 80 poems) of the</em><br /><em>winner's poetry will be published and awarded to the winning author. Submissions will</em><br /><em>be reviewed after the Award cutoff date. All submissions are received in confidence</em><br /><em>and will not be made public, with the exception of the winning poet.</em><br /><em></em><br /><em>Submission Guidelines can be reviewed at the following website:</em><br /><em></em><br /><em>PoetWorks Press 2008 Poetry Award</em><br /><em></em><br /><em>PoetWorks Press, LLC</em><br /><em></em><br /><em>WWW.POETWORKSPRESS.COM</em>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-25404495066063706172008-02-24T16:29:00.000-08:002008-02-24T16:41:58.202-08:00Candle In The Wind<em>There's an eternal flame of love</em><br /><em>for Princess Diana,</em><br /><em>a love that I can see.</em><br /><em>A fire felt by the young, and old.</em><br /><em>A burning fire</em><br /><em>from affection deep within our souls.</em><br /><em>Her tragedy crossed our path,</em><br /><em>but a radiant feeling</em><br /><em>in our hearts will forever last.</em><br /><em>We must take time to see</em><br /><em>that keepers of the flame</em><br /><em>is what we must be.</em><br /><em>She's a true legend who will outlive</em><br /><em>the last fading light of the universe.</em><br /><em>A lovely rose</em><br /><em>who wanted so much to grow,</em><br /><em>with enough radiance</em><br /><em>to steel the show.</em><br /><em>One single rose of beauty,</em><br /><em>no other flower could compare.</em><br /><em>A special woman</em><br /><em>who showed the world how much she cared.</em><br /><em>We should not forget Princess Diana,</em><br /><em>especially since we've drifted apart.</em><br /><em>The eternal flame of love</em><br /><em>began at midnight,</em><br /><em>a flame that will never burn out,</em><br /><em>and will always remain in our hearts.</em><br /><em></em><br /><strong>C 2001 Life's Poetic Journey</strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-74141318633514627492008-02-17T19:20:00.000-08:002008-02-17T19:33:33.347-08:00~TO MY POETIC FRIENDS~<em>I need to say something special</em><br /><em>to each and every poetic friend,</em><br /><em>before it slips my mind.</em><br /><em>Each and everyone of you</em><br /><em>is a jewel</em><br /><em>in life's sparkling crown,</em><br /><em>a rare and precious find.</em><br /><em>Although our lives and homes</em><br /><em>may change</em><br /><em>as we grow from young to old.</em><br /><em>I predict</em><br /><em>that our friendship will never die,</em><br /><em>for it shines like pure gold.</em><br /><em>Never feel that you are all alone</em><br /><em>on life's endless sea.</em><br /><em>No mater what the years may bring,</em><br /><em>you'll always find a friend in me.</em><br /><em>Your poetic words are sweet, warm, and dear.</em><br /><em>Words that tell me what is in your heart</em><br /><em>when we share a laugh, a cry, and a dream.</em><br /><em>Words that mean so much,</em><br /><em>even though we are many miles apart.</em><br /><em>I may never see an angel near</em><br /><em>on sad and lonely days</em><br /><em>to be my guardian light,</em><br /><em>to lift my soul,</em><br /><em>and help along the way.</em><br /><em>But, I'm sure God hears our prayers</em><br /><em>as he sends through heaven's door</em><br /><em>someone who believes in us,</em><br /><em>and that's what friends are for...</em><br /><em></em><br /><em>C 2001 Life's Poetic Journey</em>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-24439838498168980472008-02-08T13:34:00.000-08:002008-02-08T13:52:27.396-08:00~~~~MY POETRY~~~~<span style="font-size:130%;">My Poetry can be Viewed On these Websites...</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.authorofpoetryandchildrensbooks.com/">http://www.authorofpoetryandchildrensbooks.com/</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.blueturtlecrossing.com/">http://www.blueturtlecrossing.com/</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.myspace.com/geri_ahearn">www.myspace.com/geri_ahearn</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">I've been Published over the last 10 years in many Anthologies at:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.poetworks.com/">http://www.poetworks.com/</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">from 1995 to the present time...</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">My 3 Books of Poetry Include:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Inspirations</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Words To Live by</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Life's Poetic Journey</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">I've written over 500 poems from 2001-2008</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Some of my work has been showcased in Magazines, Ezines & AOLs AIN--Amazing</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Instant Novelist--Writing site when I worked there as NovlHeart--helping New</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">writers get published--while posting & showcasing my own work.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-58013329416420762672008-02-04T18:30:00.000-08:002008-02-04T18:41:42.960-08:00~~~A FLYING DOVE~~<em>There's a heavy veil of dreariness</em><br /><em>that I see on this winter's day.</em><br /><em>A dreariness</em><br /><em>that saps all the hope and love I have,</em><br /><em>leaving my life no longer gay.</em><br /><em>With the bitter coldness</em><br /><em>chilling my bones,</em><br /><em>while gray clouds hide the sun</em><br /><em>and wintry winds sing sad laments</em><br /><em>as this new day has begun.</em><br /><em>Sadness carpets all the world</em><br /><em>as darkness takes its toll.</em><br /><em>No vibrant colors can be seen,</em><br /><em>for gray is the only color</em><br /><em>that has covered everything.</em><br /><em>Then all of a sudden,</em><br /><em>appearing among the clouds</em><br /><em>came a brillant golden ray.</em><br /><em>A flying dove from that ray</em><br /><em>turned the darkness into light.</em><br /><em></em><br /><strong>C Geri Ahearn</strong><br /><strong>2001</strong><br /><strong>Life's Poetic Journey</strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-72785111836982538702008-02-03T20:51:00.000-08:002008-02-03T20:56:26.177-08:00****BLUE TURTLE CROSSING****<em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;">A POETRY AND PHOTOGRAPHY E-ZINE</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;">AT: <a href="http://www.blueturtlecrossing.com/">http://www.BLUETURTLECROSSING.COM</a></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;">Editor, Colleen Breuning</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;">Beautiful Poetry & Breathtaking Photos...</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#00cccc;">Be Sure To Visit...A Calm, Peaceful Environment, filled with Inspiration....</span></em>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-75962523422963616892008-02-03T20:14:00.000-08:002008-02-03T20:50:33.103-08:00~~CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS~~<span style="color:#ffffff;"> </span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;">PoetWorks Press is now seeking Poetry submissions for its next Anthology</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;">Titled "BabyBoomer Birthright."</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;">Submission guidelines Can be found on the Following Website:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;"><a href="http://www.poetworks.com/BabyBoomer.html">http://www.poetworks.com/BabyBoomer.html</a></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;">Submission deadline is April 30, 2008</span>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-82775971392776385362008-02-03T20:05:00.000-08:002008-02-03T20:13:02.669-08:00~~~WELCOME ALL FRIENDS~~<em><span style="color:#cc0000;">This Blog is Fairly New...And Since I'm up to my Chin in book REVIEWS--LOL</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;">I will be a bit delayed in Constructing this Blog</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;">As I intend to make it a Place Of Comfort & enjoyment--Our getaway Cafe--Except we</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;">need to brew our own fresh Coffee...</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;">Every now & then--I will Continue to Add some News & Poetry & Links Of Interest..</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;">Wishing U All A Great Week!</span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></em><br /><em><span style="color:#cc0000;"> Cheers, Geri</span></em>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-22093257501591735182008-01-26T16:56:00.000-08:002008-01-26T17:17:07.016-08:00~~THE OLD GARDEN~~<em><span style="font-size:130%;">The old garden is where I long to be,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">a place I belong,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">it's my life.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Something new is just not the way,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">not the same it once was.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">The garden of yesterday</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">is where I want to go.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Something new is just not for me.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">The old garden is filled with laughter</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">from our children, and from our friends.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Old memories</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">of days gone by still hang in the air.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Memories of joy, tears,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">and happiness we've shared</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">through all those years.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Memories of youth, and of growing old,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">echo long into the night.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Memories of our family tree</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">still linger there.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">This new garden doesn't blossom,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">like the garden I used to know.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">There are no sweet aromas, no sounds,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">thoughts are not the same.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">My mind wanders off into a deep trance.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">I wonder why I moved,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">leaving so much behind,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">who did I do it for?</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Only the aroma from the old garden</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">can put the sweet scent back into the air.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">I remember the people who made that garden</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">as fragrant as a fresh rose.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">There's nothing like that sweet scent anywhere.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">The old garden</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">is where our memories stay,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">and there's nothing to compare.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></em><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Copyright 2001</span></em></strong><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Geri Ahearn</span></em></strong><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">(Life's poetic Journey)</span></em></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-82245115460114091522008-01-26T16:35:00.000-08:002008-01-26T16:53:04.131-08:00*****RAINBOW ON THE WING*****<strong></strong><br /><strong>I always wonder where all the butterflies are going</strong><br /><strong>when I see them high up in the sky flowing</strong><br /><strong>with a rainbow on their wing</strong><br /><strong>as they head for their yearly fling.</strong><br /><strong>I gaze at the beauty of their wings as they flutter,</strong><br /><strong>while I listen to the sounds of people as they mutter.</strong><br /><strong>I begin to realize how beautiful butterflies are</strong><br /><strong>as I watch them fly their travels so far.</strong><br /><strong>They journey for their mating flights,</strong><br /><strong>while they fly with sorrows and delights.</strong><br /><strong>They wheel and sweep over the mountain top,</strong><br /><strong>dazzling me without a stop.</strong><br /><strong>Creating a rainbow iridescence bright</strong><br /><strong>in their dazzling, dancing flight.</strong><br /><strong>Whither the winds of my thoughts blow,</strong><br /><strong>they carry me up, and they carry me down</strong><br /><strong>with their sparkling, colored rainbow.</strong><br /><strong>I know they will quickly pass away</strong><br /><strong>at the very end of today,</strong><br /><strong>but the colored hues will return in spring</strong><br /><strong>on those wondrous days to make my heart sing.</strong><br /><strong>The rainbow will once again be on the wing...</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Copyright 2001</strong><br /><strong>Geri Ahearn</strong><br /><strong>(Life's Poetic Journey)</strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-64657002871511455502008-01-26T16:16:00.000-08:002008-01-26T16:33:04.515-08:00~~TO MY POETIC FRIENDS~~<em></em><br /><em></em><br /><em>I need to say something special</em><br /><em>to each and every poetic friend,</em><br /><em>before it slips my mind.</em><br /><em>Each and everyone of you</em><br /><em>is a jewel</em><br /><em>in life's sparkling crown,</em><br /><em>a rare and precious find.</em><br /><em>Although, our lives and homes</em><br /><em>may change</em><br /><em>as we grow from young to old.</em><br /><em>I predict</em><br /><em>that our friendship will never die,</em><br /><em>for it shines like pure gold.</em><br /><em>Never feel that you are all alone</em><br /><em>on life's endless sea.</em><br /><em>No matter what the years may bring,</em><br /><em>you'll always find a friend in me.</em><br /><em>Your poetic words are sweet, warm, and dear.</em><br /><em>Words that tell me what is in your heart</em><br /><em>when we share a laugh, a cry, and a dream.</em><br /><em>Words that mean so much,</em><br /><em>even though we are many miles apart.</em><br /><em>I may never see an angel near</em><br /><em>on sad and lonely days</em><br /><em>to be my guardian light,</em><br /><em>to lift my soul,</em><br /><em>and help along the way.</em><br /><em>But, I'm sure God hears our prayers</em><br /><em>as he sends through Heaven's door</em><br /><em>someone who believes in us,</em><br /><em>and that's what friends are for...</em><br /><em></em><br /><em><strong>Copyright 2001</strong></em><br /><strong><em>Geri Ahearn</em></strong><br /><strong><em>(Life's Poetic Journey)</em></strong>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7043305193884617793.post-4462520581597303302008-01-26T14:23:00.000-08:002008-01-26T14:50:59.673-08:00~~WELCOME POETS, WRITERS & READERS~~<em><span style="font-size:130%;">I Welcome Poets, Writers, and readers to my new Blog here. Whether you are a Poet,</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">or someone who loves to read poetry. ALL are welcome. My aim in developing this</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Blog is to make a place for ALL of us to hang-out in when it's time to get rid of</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">the Stress. </span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;"> A place to bring peace & comfort. A place to make friends, and a place to</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">become inspired. Many moons ago, I worked for AOL on a Writing site known</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">as AIN. Amazing-Instant-Novelist---better yet, it was a place where new writers</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">became inspired, pros displayed their Masterpieces, and where I met many friends</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">who were writers--and today years later moved on for different reasons--but through their journey became authors of one or more books. One of those writers</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">was me. It was where I got experience-feedback & inspiration to move up the ladder</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">& make dreams come true. I began there as a brand New Rookie---took my try</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">at Poetry----made mistakes--but learned a great deal with the help of those pros.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">A Few years later--I wanted to inspire others--so I began working there as</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">LDRSNOVLHEART. Through those years--while I continued to learn myself--</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">I encouraged many to have their work published. What I learned there was</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">worth Gold to a writer--not to mention some of my dearest friends I met there</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">are now treasures in Friendship.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;"> Then it seemed everything there we built drifted away. A family</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">& friends that had a Great Time every moment we spent--memories cherished-</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">but finally it became a ghost-town for many of us & so we moved on.</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;"> Today--the purpose of me Creating this Blog is to provide the</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">same atmosphere as I once enjoyed so much. So...sit back--Relax---and most</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;">important--Enjoy. God Bless to ALL!</span></em><br /><em><span style="font-size:130%;"> Cheers, Geri</span></em>Author Geri Ahearnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17729917699609154421noreply@blogger.com0