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Sunday, March 01, 2009

One Single Impression: Circles(OSI 1st Anniversary)

Circles Spinning

spinning circles make
the cycle of poverty
thank God some spin off
OSI's not poverty
polished writers here to stay

I think and I write
you all know I jumped on late
my poems are so poor
oh happy day for the chance
my trivia souls will read

Copyright © 2009 Jimmiehov. All Rights Reserved


Tag: One Single Impression Circles(OSI 1st Anniversary)
Edward S. Gault of Forest River Journal brought this week's prompt
Tag: Jim's OSI
Link: Cycle of poverty

Painting is easy when you don’t know how, but very difficult when you do. Edgar Dégas
The same may go for poetry? (whatever, I enjoy painting with the words!)
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19 comments:

  1. Edward S GaultSunday, March 01, 2009 12:54:00 AM

    Nice poem, Jim.

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  2. Bruce MillerSunday, March 01, 2009 1:13:00 AM

    Many thousands are in want of common necessaries; hundreds of thousands are in want of common comforts, sir.'
    'Are there no prisons?"

    'Plenty of prisons,' said the gentleman, laying down the pen again.

    'And the Union workhouses.' demanded Scrooge. 'Are they still in operation?'

    'Both very busy, sir.'

    'Oh. I was afraid, from what you said at first, that something had occurred to stop them in their useful course,' said Scrooge. 'I'm very glad to hear it.'

    ~ A Christmas Carol

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  3. Amias (ljm and liquidplastic)Sunday, March 01, 2009 1:53:00 AM

    "cycle of poverty"
    "my poems are so poor"

    This is both literal and a good metaphor.

    Poverty, I am afraid will always be with us, such is life .. we do what we can, one family at a time ..

    But Jim, don't call your poetry poor, because it's full of your life, your thoughts, and they are sometimes quite unique.

    I have to say, your comments on my humble poetry tells me without a doubt that you see me with clear vision .. such as it is with a poet, to look past the facade, into the heart. This my dear friend you do for all of us you take the time to view ...

    I like the way you spend your circles ... thank you!

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  4. anthonynorthSunday, March 01, 2009 3:58:00 AM

    Poverty is a continual cycle, 'cos even if they're raised, so are the rich, so the definition of 'poor' changes.
    Some great thoughts here.

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  5. SandyCarlsonSunday, March 01, 2009 6:14:00 AM

    Jim,
    Your sense of humor and your ironic wit always make me stop to think and to smile. Thanks!

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  6. Sherri B.Sunday, March 01, 2009 10:43:00 AM

    This one made me smile...I enjoyed your sense of humor in this post! :~)

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  7. AnonymousSunday, March 01, 2009 12:10:00 PM

    Your poems always give me a pleasurable 'think' and ofter a smile!

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  8. Quiet PathsSunday, March 01, 2009 12:55:00 PM

    Only you
    can write the poems you do
    and that is why I return
    to see what you've been up to!

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  9. sgreerpittSunday, March 01, 2009 7:32:00 PM

    a little wisdom, a sprinkle of humility, and a warm chuckle. Keeping the circle spinning!

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  10. Beth P.Sunday, March 01, 2009 9:31:00 PM

    you make me smile, Jim!

    Glad you 'survived the waco circle'.

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  11. Cassiopeia RisesMonday, March 02, 2009 10:22:00 AM

    Jim, your poems are not Poor! I like your work very much. You always come right to the point.
    This was a hard prompt and gave me a great deal of trouble.
    Well done my friend.

    love-bd

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  12. Tumblewords:Monday, March 02, 2009 1:07:00 PM

    Nicely done. Clever and touching.

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  13. PattiMonday, March 02, 2009 6:54:00 PM

    Jim~ Your poem made me smile- nice job!

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  14. MyBellaviaMonday, March 02, 2009 6:58:00 PM

    Jim,

    Yes, It's been a year for me. I am so glad you are part of OSI. I so enjoy reading you weekly. That's what i was getting at in this weeks prompt. Thanks for seeing just that.

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  15. Tammie LeeMonday, March 02, 2009 7:34:00 PM

    Since this is my first time to contribute, and this is the first time I have read one of your poems....
    Lovely that you honored OSI in your writing. If you really feel uncertain,
    just keep writing. That is what takes me to the next step and next step. Seems you love to write, that is huge. Thank you for your poem~

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  16. AnonymousMonday, March 02, 2009 8:10:00 PM

    Love your poetry Jim!!

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  17. AnonymousMonday, March 02, 2009 9:23:00 PM

    i am glad you haven't changed your style since I was last here. Always a delight to read your words.

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  18. MaggieTuesday, March 03, 2009 2:27:00 AM

    Jim,
    Have you ever seen the movie or read the book, "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck?

    Your poem made me think of how the husband was telling his wedding guest how his new wife could cook...

    You cook a fine meal with the pen.

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  19. Patois42Tuesday, March 03, 2009 10:47:00 AM

    Oh, but you make me laugh, silly man.

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