Category Archives: reception

Where Are The Answers?

Posted on February 8, 2017 by poemsandponderings

Where Are The Answers? So many questions on life are asked but to our own particular soul like, how many minutes are there left until I’ve heard my final toll? * Will I be at peace then at the end … Continue reading →

Posted in demise, Family, fleeting time, heart and soul, honesty, incumbrances, inner satisfaction, Life's Journey, lifetime, mortal coil, reception, reflections | 5 Comments

When Death Came From The Sky

Posted on September 11, 2016 by poemsandponderings

WHEN DEATH CAME FROM THE SKY The morning sparkled like a gem the air was warm and dry it was a nearly perfect day when death, came from the sky. On the eleventh of September in the year two thousand-one, … Continue reading →

Posted in 2001, Americana, Animals, demise, history, innocent deaths, Judgment, Kingdom, massacre, mourning, reception, reflections, September 11, soul, tragedy, violence, war | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Elysium’s Gate

Posted on October 11, 2014 by poemsandponderings

     Some thoughts for a Sunday morning.     Please enjoy Jake. Elysium’s Gate There are those who believe that we walk alone through the valley of the shadow as death takes us home. And thus, whence we depart … Continue reading →

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Belle Of The Ball

Posted on November 19, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     I have been trying to figure out how to explain to you, what you are about to experience over the next two days. First off, I must state UNEQUIVICALLY, that neither “character” that you are about to meet is a reflection of myself, in … Continue reading →

Posted in Freedom, humor, life, men, no secret keep, poet, reception, Songs and Dances, Spirits, truth | Tagged , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Promised Gifts & The Finest Gift

Posted on October 20, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     Those of you who have been with me awhile are aware that I honestly do not know where some of my material comes from, or from whom. I have mentioned before that I have “visitors” that “help” me with … Continue reading →

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The Animal Kingdom

Posted on September 22, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     Today, September 22nd, is the first day of autumn here in the Northern Hemisphere, and with that comes cooler weather in many places, and a good time to think about the animals in our lives. Extreme cold and heat are perhaps more … Continue reading →

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The Suitor At The Door

Posted on August 7, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     As some of you are aware, I am of Irish descent. I was raised in a manner not known so much today. A manner of “manners” actually, and of courtesy, along with respect for our elders, and most of all … Continue reading →

Posted in chivalry, Elders, fleeting time, history, humor, Irish descent, iron hand, old days, reception, women | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Did God Give Up On Us?

Posted on July 22, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     Sunday morning is perfect timing for this poem. It is very serious and spiritual in nature, and it does not need  much of  an introduction.       Have a superior Sunday everyone, Jake.       But ask yourselves this question… Did God Give … Continue reading →

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Hiatus

Posted on March 22, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     Bulletin:   Due to the overwhelming response from music professionals around the world on my latest mega-post, the “Golden Age Of Rap,” as well as the entrepreneurial inquiries into the investment potential of said post, I find myself in a bit of a … Continue reading →

Posted in Americana, humor, Irish descent, life, Music, reception, song writer, Success, Sunday, wealth and worth, wishing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Yet, Another Blessing

Posted on March 14, 2012 by poemsandponderings

      Okay, I’m taking this “Blessing” thing to extremes, but I am very busy this week, and it is St. Patty’s Day this weekend after all. So still yet, another. (I have more, don’t worry)      Please enjoy a wonderful Wednesday, Jake. … Continue reading →

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