PJ Forum

If you have comments, recommendations, or suggestions for the PJ, please email them to bob@poeticaljourneys.com. While I often cannot print all of the comments, I respond to everyone's.

This month's guest poet is unique in that the individual is a high school freshman.
I did an online presentation for students in Mrs. Swartz's English class at TRECA Digital Academy.
As part of that presentation, I sponsored a poetry contest.
Natalie from Columbus won. Enjoy her poem Who I am.
(Traditionally, I do not accept for my web site poems from minors.
A special exception was made here.)

""Greetings Bob, thanks for another stunning article on New Zealand; it truly is a beautiful country. Alison and I will be visiting our family over there soon . . . Keep up the good work mon ami, it's much appreciated. . ." – Jerry from Victoria, Australia (Ed.: I always look forward to hearing from Jerry as it helps me stay abreast of his improving health. Jerry, we hope to hear of your NZ experiences.)
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"New Zealand has not apppeared on my horizon for travel, however, your twinkling photos sparkle with clarity and bright color that we can't even imagine in our industrial areas, and the wine country draws me in with its furrowed hills and shades of green. One brief experience with a water taxi in my travels could not equate with the wading folks you pictured, calmly making their way for the next venture. What you write and photograph allows me to vicariously drift off to this delicious land." – Elinor from Mt. Vernon (Ed.: I always so appreciate Elinor's comments. They read like fine poetry.)
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"Great issue this month Bob.........keep up the good work." – Bobbie from Texas (Ed.: Thanks, Bobbie. I always appreciate your monthly feedback.)
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"I liked the current issue of the PJ. The Granada/Rolls joke was uproarious. Your article about the character of New Zealanders and life there was beautiful." – Poet Jim (Ed.: Jim, thank you so much. I wouldn't mind finding a car like that Granada. It would save me a lot of hotel bills.)
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"I was actually riding the motorcycle this afternoon as I read your poem. The origin of the poem was very cool indeed. Inspiration does comes in all shapes and sizes. Many Smiles" – Lisa (Ed.: Thank you, Lisa. I keep becoming tempted to buy one for myself, especially since my son owns one. Visit Lisa at http://www.dynamicarthouse.com.)
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"I live in Jamaica, West Indies, and I enjoy the Poetic Journal. This issue featuring New Zealand is lovely. I have a friend who lives in New Zealand." – R.A. from Jamaica (Ed.: Thank you. I always appreciate readers letting me know from what part of the world they live in. We are now up to 72 countries being represented.)
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"This issue was wonderful! The pictures were incredible! Thank YOU!" – Steffanie from Vancouver (Ed.: I am pleased that you enjoyed the issue. Each month I strive to make each issue better than the last. While I am not always successful, I have fun trying.)
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"I so enjoyed this month and loved your poem Spring. Awesome photos. I want to go. . ." – Adelle from Lexington, OH (Ed.: Thanks much! In my reply to Adelle, I told her to let me know when she is going, and I would provide her with trip advice.)

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The next issue will be out Sunday, June 26, 2009.

Until next time - joy and peace,

Bob

PJ Policies

Guest Poetry: Often readers send me a poem stating they would like it included in the PJ. Many of the poems are well written. Although I enjoy reading them, at this time I do not include guest poetry as part of this newsletter. Instead, I suggest that they submit them for inclusion in the Guest Poet section of my web site. A number have chosen to do so. However, time limitations and quality govern the number that will be accepted. I currently am not accepting poetry from minors.
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