Tag: rhythm
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Poem in Response
Having read “Drumbeat“, written by a dear friend, Penny Granger – a talented Poetess and beautiful woman hailing from Durham, England – wherein she ponders poetic, deep questions of life, I was inspired to write this poem in response… Two hearts that complement one another‘Tis the quest, and the best we can doDrums beating in…
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Poem in Response: Part II
Following yesterday’s Poem in Response about hummingbirds, having been inspired by reading Singing to Birds, written by my dear friend, the beautiful and very talented Poetess, Holly Rene Hunter, this poem builds on that same theme… If I were a hummingbirdAnd you, garden of delightI’d sail on a summer breezeTo be with you day and…
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Poem for a Friend
This poem was written for an exceptional, beautiful woman – my dear friend, Dara – whose presence in my life is a blessing… You’re the poem I penOn a winter’s nightComforting my heartRhymes of warm delight © 2025 Phil Perkins Note: I used Affinity Photo and Dall-e-3 (AI) to create this digital artwork last autumn,…
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Poem in Response
Having read “The Next Portal“, written by a beautiful Poetess, Dancer & Choreographer, my dear friend, Annabel – wherein she shares her hopeful vision and dreams of the future – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Like the North StarOr, PleiadesOn a pristine winter’s night Pathways forwardShining for youDraw your love into…
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Poem for a Friend
This poem was written for a beautiful woman and dear friend… Lifting lidsShades, for a viewOpen wideIn search of you Shed the darkEmbark to seeVisions ofLife’s harmony Ring the bellTogether, dearLong the nightEach drawing near Come sunriseAs we awakeThis new dayIs ours to make © 2024 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. Year…
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Poem for a Friend
I wrote this poem for Dara, a dear friend of timeless beauty who warms my heart… She came to me in a dreamThrough a wish I made one nightCounting stars across the skyHeavenly, come morning light © 2024 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. She’s a Dream, by Average White Band (1978) – see lyrics…
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Poem
On a road trip, once againIn a van geared up to runMountain towns, chasing the soundSummer smiles and miles of fun © 2024 Phil Perkins In the Summertime, by Mungo Jerry (1970) – see lyrics here.
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Poem
There’s magic in the moonWarm beams excite twilightTwo hearts racing in wavesLove rolls into the night © 2024 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. Dancing in the Moonlight, by King Harvest (1972) – see lyrics here.
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Poem
Full, overheadA moon of cheeseWith hungry miceAnd leafless trees The only wayFrom here to thereA mountain peak– climb if you dare Or, stay belowAnd dream tonightForage for foodCome morning light Yours is the daySeize it at willExpect challengeEngage with skill © 2024 Phil Perkins Tin Man, by America (1974) – see lyrics here.
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Poem in Response
Having read “Heaven on Earth“, written by Annabel – a dear friend, talented Poetess, exquisite dancer and beautiful woman whose smile always brightens my day – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Heartfelt words of loveGifted from abovePoetry, deep within flowing free Budding true in timeBeauteous, divineHere on earth – Annabel, heavenly…
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Poem for a Friend
This poem was written for a beautiful woman, talented writer and dear friend hailing from Lisbon, Portugal – Carla Milho. She’s a frequent source of inspiration, in my heart and often on my mind… She came to meOne autumn eveOn the winds of a dream, with a kiss Sultry green eyesAnd ruby lipsBeating hearts, drumming…
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Two Line Poem
You’re a leader in the moment that you follow your heartSet your vision on the future as you manage your start © 2023 Phil Perkins PHOTOT CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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