Friday At The Red Planet 08-07-09

"Summer Memories"

Summer, being the warmest season of the year, usually occurs between spring and autumn, consisting of the months of June, July, and August, in the Northern Hemisphere; however, the official astronomical dates are June 21 - September 22, the extension beginning from the summer solstice to the autumn equinox. In the Southern Hemisphere, summer includes the whole months of December, January, and February.

Summer is a time when the weather is warm, the sun is bright, and families get together on outings such as: going to the beach, family picnics, lake fishing, boating, surfing the waves, camping at national parks, taking vacations, visiting the zoo, roller coasting at amusement parks, visiting friends and relatives, or just plain sitting at home, on the porch in your rocking chair, drinking a cool glass of lemonade.

Summer brings a lot of joy for most. Do you have any fond memories or funny experiences you'd like to share of a perfect day, or week of summer? Was there a terrible incident you cannot forget, and would like to express, which happened in the wake of summer? Or would you like to tell us in your own words, just what summer means to you? What you enjoy seeing all around you: it's natural beauty, how people, you observe, find their fun and entertainment, during this popular season. What does summer make you feel?

Let's share our thoughts and well delighted, or even saddened memories of our experiences, and what summer means to us. Let's write in poem or prose, and we can even discuss together, our most impactful memories and thoughts of the warmness of summer, under that bright, luminescent, orange and yellow sphere, emitting rays of light, which without, we could never survive.

Friday At The Red Planet 07-10-09

"ABC's"

Here's something we may all find a little bit challenging, but lots of fun. Choosing one "letter" from the alphabet, every word in the poem you write, must start with that same "letter," and you may write as many as you want, as long as every word starts with the same "letter." This will take a lot of creativeness, but we know you have it in you.

Friday At The Red Planet 06-05-09

"The Pursuit Of Happiness"

What is happiness? Well, the Merriam-Webster dictionary defines it this way:

1. good fortune : prosperity
2. a: a state of well-being and contentment : joy
b: a pleasurable or satisfying experience
3. felicity, aptness

Happiness can be caused by quite a variety of things in life. You may derive it from love, going to a sporting event to watch your favorite team, or a family outing filled with cheers and faces full of joy. It may be caused by music of your listening pleasure, or that painting or sculpture that you just created. Writing can also be a satisfying form of enjoyment.

Let's focus on what it is that brings us the most joy and happiness in life, by sharing with our friends, in words, our most memorable experiences or things we're most fond of. Remember, comedy also brings happiness. So if you have a funny poem to share or write, we'd love to see that, too. Here are a few examples you may agree with:

Happiness is:

1. Falling in love.
2. Laughing so hard your face hurts.
3. A hot shower.
4. No lines at the supermarket.
5. A special glance.
6. Getting mail.
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road.
8. Hearing your favourite song on the radio.
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.
10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer.
11. Chocolate milkshake ... (or vanilla ... or strawberry!)
12. A bubble bath.
13. Giggling.
14. A good conversation.
15. The beach
16. Finding a 20-pound note in your coat from last winter.
17. Laughing at yourself.
18. Eye contact with a hot member of the opposite sex.
19. Midnight phone calls that last for hours.
20. Running through sprinklers.
21. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.
22. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful/good looking.
23. Laughing at an inside joke.
24. Friends.
25. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.
26. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.
27. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner).
28. Making new friends or spending time with old ones.
29. Playing with a new puppy.
30. Having someone play with your hair.
31. Sweet dreams.
32. Hot chocolate.
33. Road trips with friends.
34. Swinging on swings.
35. Making eye contact with a cute stranger.
36. Making chocolate chip cookies (and eating them...!).
37. Having your friends send you homemade cookies.
38. Holding hands with someone you care about.
39. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things (good or bad) never change.
40. Watching the expression on someone's face as they open a much-desired present from you.
41. Watching the sunrise.
42. Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another beautiful day.
43. Knowing that somebody misses you.
44. Getting a hug from someone you care about deeply.
45. Knowing you've done the right thing, no matter what other people think.

This list, along with the best "Happiness" quotes, can be found here:

http://www.boardofwisdom.com/Default.asp?topic=1005&listname=Happiness

Friday At The Red Planet 05-29-09

"In Remembrance Of Soldiers"

Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May (May 25 in 2009). Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War (it is celebrated near the day of reunification after the Civil War), it was expanded after World War I to include American casualties of any war or military action.

Memorial Day endures as a holiday which most businesses observe because it marks the beginning of the "summer vacation season." This role is filled in neighboring Canada by Victoria Day, which occurs either on May 24 or the last Monday before that date, placing it exactly one week before Memorial Day.

~~~ ~~~ ~~~

Let's acknowledge and remember our soldiers who have fought in previous battles, and those who presently serve our country today...soldiers from all nations around the world, especially those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom and human rights, by coming up with a poem or prose that has to do with battles, wars, or soldiers, famous ones, fact or fiction. It can be something you wrote, a collaborated effort, or one of your favorites by another author.

I know you all have talent and creative abilities, which I'm very proud of. So let's get those creative juices flowing and have a fun and entertaining night of celebration for the dedicated ones who serve their country with heart and passion.

The Red Planet

Thinking
Healing
Essence

Reverberates
Eternally
Deliciously

Pleasing
Ladies
And
Non Ladies
Even men
Tonight

Sasha...05-12-09

Tuesday's Theme At The Red Planet 03-10-09

"Duet Poetry Night"

Come on people, it's a fabulous night for duets, so grab a partner and put those creative minds together. I know you have it in you and this will be a lot of fun. Can't wait to see what you all come up with.

Write about anything you like, on any topic, and it can be as long as you like, no limit. See you there with bells ringing...lol.

*Please note: It is not mandatory to write with a partner. You are more than welcome to write and share on your own.

I must say, I am really looking forward to writing with demo, she started as not being a writer but a lover of poetry, and now she has the makings of a true poetress and even edits my work time to time.

This is why I have faith in you; don't be shy...give it a try. I know you'll like it and find it so relaxful, and relieving of any stress or burdens you may have. It's really exhilirating, writing alone or with someone you care about or who understands you. I'm sure many of us will write some of our own personal work, as well.

**Regarding Time Change: New scheduled time for poetry readings on Monday & Tuesday night (8pm-10pm est)...Tuesdays will be theme nights. Any suggestions for upcoming themes the next following weeks, please let me or demo know.

We are more than happy to take into consideration your ideas on making this a more funfulled and enjoyable night, for we're always looking for new ideas.

Thank you so much for your support and all the wonderful reads you have shared, and to those who have come to visit and read others work.

Please know that not only poetry is welcome, but prose, songs, quotes, or even someone else's work is more than welcome, as long as that person is given credit. Take care, everyone and we'll see you soon :)

Valentine

roses are red
violets are blue
to put into words
all that we've been thru...

as days turned to weeks
and months into years
we've managed to hold on
thru laughter and tears

loving moments
so precious and few
give way to fear and worry
what are we to do?

this life that we're living
has seen so much heartache
how do we keep love
alive without heartbreak?

one thing's for certain...
you have my heart
two peas in a pod
never to part

~Demo~
~February 14, 2009~

Summer Twilight

Wisps of pink and blue
streak the sky at sunset
as descending rays
shower land in golden light

The sun sinks below the horizon
with the promise of a beautiful tomorrow
while sweet Summer sighs
whisper softly

He looks into pools of dazzling aura
sparkling, bright,
mystic, deep-brown eyes
as day makes way for night

Her hand feels the warmth of his face
And slowly moves to his chest, and rests
Her hair flows freely, dancing in waves
And scents the air like daisies in May

Birds return home to their nests
While singing sweet lullabies
As flowers snuggly encase and embrace
Their delicate petals, gently interlaced

The night comes alive
as the moon starts to rise
All thoughts of tomorrow
set aside

Poet & Demo...06-21-08

No Words

When time stands still,
and the horizon is caught
hanging over the hills;
the sky, a softly painted whisper
sketched in that of orange and blue,
makes a memory of nothing but you.
Of how it was and how its been,
of how you've become much more than a friend.
If only I knew you before we met,
those years spent without you, I'd rather forget.
In saying what you mean to me,
words, they fail to come,
for there still are no words
to describe,
you're the one.

T. Collins...02-15-09

If Days Of Old

If days of old
came 'round again,
its passionate worth
in the hearts of men,
to shower beauty,
with not material things,
but the warmth of a soul,
till you feel her eyes cling
and catch your breath,
for these times aren't mistaken,
when you see her blood flow,
to a blush she has taken.
A smooth liquid rush,
lips, they melt and entwine,
and quenches a thirst,
in the essence of wine.
To have and to hold,
as on holidays, you remember,
matrimonial gold,
never a day, do surrender.
Holding on to what made you,
no troubles to ripen,
embraced in one's arms,
a love, you will find in.

T. Collins...02-14-09