Category Archives: tranaquility

More Questions Than Answers

Posted on February 28, 2017 by poemsandponderings

Do I fight for right and principle or just rest upon my laurels? Must I always watch my ass if I would prefer to eye the sorrels? Can I not question my decisions if I never doubt my morals? May … Continue reading →

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A Day At The Shore

Posted on June 9, 2016 by poemsandponderings

        The following photographs are of Perkins Cove, Ogunquit Me. one of the most picturesque of shoreline locations. I will personally attest to the quality of the food, the fishing and the quaint ambiance oh, and the … Continue reading →

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The First Christmas Day

Posted on December 23, 2015 by poemsandponderings

Merry Christmas to all of my friends and subscribers. (It’s free, just click “follow” at the web site.) Jake. The First Christmas Day Angels, they were heard on high as a great star shone in the east Three kings of … Continue reading →

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The Living Blanket

Posted on May 3, 2015 by poemsandponderings

     It seems that I have lost the “drive” to write. I no longer have pen and paper handy at all times to record for posterity any and all of my inklings, full-fledged ideas or mere inspirations. No, I … Continue reading →

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IRISH BLESSING #11

Posted on March 17, 2015 by poemsandponderings

     Happy Saint Patrick’s Day to you all. May the saints keep a’smilin’ upon you, on this blessed day and for always. Jake.  Irish Blessing #11 May your hearth be always warm may your beer be always cold and … Continue reading →

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My Happy Place

Posted on May 27, 2014 by poemsandponderings

     Something new.. Ponder if you will the message here inside, for there is always somewhere, that we can go to hide.     Enjoy your week, Jake. My Happy Place I have nowhere to go but, I’m going … Continue reading →

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When All Is Well Within

Posted on June 30, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     This is one of my earliest poems and thinking back now, I’m not exactly sure what the inspiration for it was. I do know that it was written at a time of sadness and personal loss for me and … Continue reading →

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Wind Chimes

Posted on June 19, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     Summer is upon us and the time for appreciating the outdoors is here once again. Imagine the warm, soft, breezes tickling the wind chimes while you sit back and enjoy your beverage of choice. Ah, life is good. Have … Continue reading →

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The Church Of The Mind

Posted on March 3, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     Finally the files are in place and my computer is up and running again. Hallelujah, hallelujah! Here is one from the old days, appropriate for a Sunday, I think.      I hope it gets you all thinking, Jake. THE … Continue reading →

Posted in inner satisfaction, joy and sorrow, life, old days, peace, poet, spiritual, Sunday, tranaquility | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

A Trip To Eden

Posted on February 6, 2013 by poemsandponderings

In keeping with the previous post… A Sail To Paradise.. The theme continues with; A Trip To Eden Warm sands, cool drinks, and fish, fresh from the ocean. Steel bands, golf links, and ceiling fans, in whirling motion.  * Turquoise … Continue reading →

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