Tag: Sonoran Desert
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Poem in Response
Having viewed “Bursting Blood Orange“, a series of sunset photographs posted by my dear friend – the gorgeous Arizonian Poetess, Michele Lee – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Southwestern sun settingBeneath clouds, in orange hueTwilight, so beautifulAs it is I find you © 2024 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from…
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Poem in Response
Having read “Midnight to Morning“, written by a dear friend and talented Poetess from the Sonoran Desert, the lovely Michele Lee – wherein she shares her talents of photography, singing & writing – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Precious as a desert rosePictures, voice and poetryCreativity sublimeArt which blossoms naturally ©…
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Poem in Response
Having read “Fire and Flowers“, written by a dear friend and lovely Arizonian Poetess, Michele Lee – wherein she shares photographs from her ancestral birthplace, Ireland – I was inspired to write this poem in response… Past sands of the SonoranIreland calls, to cross the seaJourney to the motherlandFlowers bloom of her beauty 🍀 ©…
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Poem in Response
Having read “Sandman visits Sonoran“, a dreamy morning poem penned by a dear friend, the talented & lovely Arizonian Poetess, Michele Lee, I was inspired to write this poem in response… The pull to my pushWith rhythm we riseIn sweet harmonySonoran surprise © 2023 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. Beginnings, by Chicago…
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Poem in Response
Prior to turning off my computer last evening, I happened to see the smile of a dear friend, the lovely poetess Michele Lee, as she appeared in the WordPress Reader – and, I wrote a few lines of poetry. This morning, I read her post “unTangled” and was inspired to complete this poem in response……
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Poem in Response
Having read “Thirsty“, a heavenly haiku written by a lovely poetess and dear friend from the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, Michele Lee, I was inspired to write this poem in response… Stories bound in timeCataloged between bookendsLibraries of life © 2023 Phil Perkins PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com. A Day In The Life, by…
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Poem in Response
Having read “Superstition Mountain“, written by the talented and lovely Arizonian poetess, Michele Lee – wherein she draws spiritual nourishment, perspective and resolve in visiting majestic mountains near Phoenix – I was inspired to write this poem… At golden hourAbove the sandsOld spirits join in song From mountain topsUpon the windAs one, with you –…
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Poem in Response
After reading “My Inspired Blog Back Story“, written by the very talented and lovely Arizonian poetess, Michele Lee – wherein she elaborates upon her decision to pursue writing, discusses challenges, hard work and successes – I was inspired to write this poem… From an absence of light came a spark in the dark In a…
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Poem in Response
There are times I feel I should refrainFrom the sounds that drum as rhymeYet, your beauty shines through poetryLike your smile, your words sublime Having read “Twilight’s First Blush“, written by a lovely poetess and friend from the Valley of the Sun, Michele Lee – wherein she conveys a romantic recollection at dawn & shares…
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Poem for a Friend
A lovely poetess and friend hailing from the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, Michele Lee has worked diligently over the past nineteen months authoring her first book – presently, being edited. I wrote this short poem in honor of her hard work, and I encourage you to visit her site to learn more! Waves riding the…
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Poem In Response
After reading “Feathered Fans” by poetess Michele Lee from the Valley of the Sun, I was inspired to write this short poem in response… In the nectar you prepareand the kindness that you share,your heart, dear Michele, is sweet. Birds need the cool, clear water,as temperatures grow hotter,in Sonoran Desert heat. © 2021 Phil Perkins PHOTO…