Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Ilana W. Haley:

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Sunday, November 11, 2012

A NEMORY OG BEATY






A MEMORY OF THE BEAUTIFUL BEDOUIN WOMAN        
(Bedouins are a nomadic tribe that live in the Sinai Desert)

A vision, a pictured vision:
a Bedouin woman walking
with her husband and small boy.
Holding their baby in her arms,
she was the picture of colorful vision
caught in the sun's rays.

A modern madonna was the fleeting 
first impression of my listening gaze.
Unusually tall; walking
proud and gracefully:
willowy yet strong.
Her face was beyond measure,
lovely outwardly;
inwardly.

She was unbelievably exquisite; 
this modern antique Madonna, with
infant enfolded in her arms.
Suddenly she must have sensed 
my presence, my feelings,
my woman's eyes...

Clothed in black...
enfolded from head to foot,
encased in blazing sun,
silhouette,
she turned and smiled.
I captured this smile –
this image of exquisite perfection.

She was the purity of happiness; 
the purification of joy.
Her presence engraved a portrait 
upon my spirit with her long, oval,
enormously slanted dark eyes,
hollowed high cheek-bones,
finely etched smiling mouth;
wondrously shaped, sensuously sweet
yet delicately carved.
Proud sweet feeling like a laughter gaze 
on moon-blackened light.
Cradled infant, man, boy.
I engrave her portrait upon my spirit.

For a sound-splintered second 
she returned, isolated in motion; 
emotional space; then vanished once more
from sight of time beyond life 

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MALADY


Malady

Trapped inside the prison walls
that used to be his mind,
the brilliant man he used to be 
departed far behind.
There still are times he's quite alert;
his memory returns.  On other days 
he's lost inside the void that is his brain.
He is unable to take care of many 
intimate chores.  He must not be alone
for days; his safety must be assured. 
So he was taken to a home, 
where he might (so they hoped) 
regain his thought.
He had good days, when he recognized
his children and his wife,
was grateful for their company;
his brain could see dimmed light.
To most of his family and friends
it’s painful to watch him like this.
He was such a brilliant man, and now,
all they could do was pretend to love; 
and then he took his life.
© Ilana Hayleywww.ilanahaley.com
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ADAM ADAM  
(A dream memory)

A siren wails.
I awoke with a start, trembling, 
surrounded by people,
alone, watching, waiting,
immobile.
I wrap my arms around myself, 
remembering.

People shift around and about:
cloudy marionettes in 
a neon-lit madness. 
I close my eyes
burdened by memories,
writing thoughts 
indelibly seared in my mind,
trancelike, 
shifting backward in time.

My eyes remain still, closed. 
Where am I going?
Why?
Where am I?
Lady, the marionette?
Mesmerized I slowly remember –
Adam... Adam...
please, come back. 
I love...

I remember now:
I am walking in my 
Mother’s garden...

I shall not worry.




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Happy Ha-ha days Part Two.

Doesn't Ilana  write beautifully? I'm VERY happy she was able to post a poem to start the Ha-Ha days off right!  If you'd like more information about her "best selling" books and award wining poems you can send her an e-mail at: ilanahaley@rcn.com 

And now, on to the post for this time. Here's what's up:

1.   Local authors day at Lift Bridge Bookshop: 45 main street Brockport ,NY over 40 local authors,  Including " Laughing" Larry B  Share an afternoon letting folks know about their books, broadsides , bright energy and more.   The 2012 Local Author Holiday Extravaganza at Lift Bridge Book Shop on Sunday December 9th 2 PM to 5  PM Lift Bridge Book Shop 45 Main St. Brockport, NY 14420 
585-637-2260 email jhoffman@liftbridgebooks.com     www.liftbridgebooks.com 
2. He's the Salvador Dalai -Lama!"   “Reminiscent of Robert Bly but able to stand on its own. I particularly liked the “shoe poem”! “I was surprised at the author's creativity, good humor, and at times, depth about the human condition. “ And these are just some of the comments people have made regarding "Laughing"Larry's first book length collection : Instant Poetry (Just Add Words!) Join him and several of his fellow poets at the Barnes and Noble Park Point Store 100 Park Point Dr. Rochester, NY 14623 Phone: 585. 424. 6766 at 7:45(ish) p.m. on December 7th 2012.

 3.The Beets read at Writers and; Books! Thursday, November 29, 2012  7:30 p.m.
The Beets are a group of poets, Tricia Asklar, Jan Wenk  Cedras, Charlie Coté, Kitty
Jospé, Paulette Swartzfager, and Sally  Bittner Bonn, who have been writing together
for about six years.  Together they have worked on collaborations with PUSH Physical
Theatre  and a play performance at MUCCC. Individually they have been published 
in over a hundred journals, chapbooks, and anthologies, and read their  work at
countless venues. Jan Wenk Cedras ; Tricia Asklar will soon  be leaving Rochester.
Join The Beets in honoring Jan and  Tricia as  they set out on new adventures.
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4. For more information on " Laughing" Larry B. Visit the web site at : 

http://www.skysajeenterprise.com


5.  One more booking ! Join "laughing" Larry Berger on Thursday December 27th 2012
Yes, you read that right! THE SHOW HAPPENS TWO DAYS AFTER CHRISTMAS ! At the Flowetic Rhytms reading when he joins local Legends such as Bakari Poet, "Old Gold", and more as the featured artist for the night. BE THERE  2575 East Henrietta road (behind suburban Liquor and just across from the Beers of the World Plaza.) 

Whew! the ha-ha days just get busier every year!  I've got a bit of a poem for you this time I hope you enjoy!
Man plans and God Laughs
By "Laughing" Larry B

Things must happen for a reason
I'm an oil and gas "Greensman* turned poet  
who would have thunk it possible?

Years have past
I begin to enjoy driving again  

only to have my 6th major car accident
where the other car turns in and hits me
The car was totaled 
but some how my passenger and I walk out unscathed.
And to top it off the insurance company pays us more for totaling the car
then when we'd first bought the thing eight years ago! 

Blessings come in all  shapes and sizes.
There is an old saying " They whom the Gods would destroy they first make mad." 

I'm not angry just confused.
and well okay, I'll admit it !
I may be just a little bit crazy
but I'm still here!  And I'm Still writing!
Maybe God does know best after all. 

Neat Huh? 

If you like the poem
Please visit: 
http:// www.skysajeenterprise.com

And check out my books and other services.

here are the links for Instant Poetry( Just Add Words!) too:


http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_14?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=instant+poetry+just+add+words&sprefix=instant+Poetry%2Caps%2C920

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/instant-poetry-just-add-words?keyword=instant+poetry+just+add+words&store=allproducts

http://bookstore.iuniverse.com/Products/SKU-000187234/Instant-Poetry-Just-Add-Words.aspx

oops ! sorry I forgot to tell you .
every industry has its jargon and  small company oil & gas exploration ( less that say Exon but more than Jed Clampet ) is no different. For instance , the engineers who have the least experience on the drilling site at called "worms" . an "oricale" is a more experienced engineer who has brought in at least 10 wells successfully  and a "green'smen" is the term for the folks who raise the money to go drill the holes in the ground and look for oil and natural gas as in " you can't make the scene if you haven't got the Green"

See you next time.
  
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Sunday, November 4, 2012

The Ha-Ha Days are here!

Turkey time is almost upon us. We just had "candy land" last week. Did Sandy keep you inside?  Well now she's gone with the wind. So here's what's hot this time.

1. November 8th  2012 : Flowetic Rhythms:  the bi-monthly open mike at Gallery One Fine Arts
2575 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, New York 14623( Behind Suburban Liquor and across from the Beers of the World Plaza) $5 cover  See you there!


2. November 17th 2012: Poetry and Pie night . hosted by Rachel McKibbens and Jacob R. to get location and details send e-mail to :poetryandpienight@gmail.com


3. November 18th 2012 : 2-4(ish) p.m.  Rochester Poets Open Mic Featuring Flowetic Rhythms host Lu Highsmith . 3690 East Avenue, Rochester, New York 14618 • In the Ross Art Gallery of the Skalny Welcome Center. for more info call (585) 260-9005


4. December 9th 2012: 1-5 P.M. Local Authors Day  at Liftbridge Books: 45 Main St. Brockport ,NY  for more details contact : Joe Hoffman events coordinator/textbook manager Lift Bridge Book Shop 45 Main St.Brockport, NY 14420 585-637-2260 www.liftbridgebooks.com

5. Sorry ! Almost forgot. November 16th 2012 : noon -3:30 PM  at the Creative Wellness Center of the Rochester Mental Health Association a career day presentation featuring a Dress for Success fashion show, Panels on resume writing and how working might affect benifts if we did it. If I can do it so can you talks by consumers who are also working and much much more! For more info call the coalition at (585) 325-3145 x 100. 

6. Altered States an art show featuring the work of Betsy Phillips running now through November  25, 2012  at Image City Gallery: 722 University Ave . Rochester,NY  (585) 271-2540
www.imagecityphotographygallery.com

7. Save the date! I'll be the featured artist on December 27th 2012, Just two days after Christmas at Gallery One Fine Arts 2575 East Henrietta Road  ( behind Suburban Liquor and next to the Beers of the World plaza.)  Show runs from 8-11(ish) P.M.  and is rated family friendly so bring the kids! $5 cover for more info 585-230-1081

 8. www.magicmedia.biz   
Take a quick look ! 

9. Whispers to my heart: Emerging from the Depths with God. ISBN#978 1477463062 : By Cindy Blair FOR DETAILS SEND E-MAIL to: cindyblair_roc@hotmail.com

 10. Over 200 poets, over 230 pages, it's a veritable 

 cornucopia of literary magic! Buy a copy today by going to 

www.lummoxpress.com/journal.html
11.CALL FOR PUBLIC ART
Erie Harbor Public Enhancements Project
NYSDOS Project #C006966 The City of Rochester in partnership with
New York State Department of State invites qualified artists to submit a proposal

Find the Prospectus at
Informational meeting: November 15, 2012, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Proposals due: November 29, 2012, by 5:00 p.m.
Information contacts: 585-428-6530 and 595-428-6601

 12 .  My books are available!  Title one : The Green Lantern A Guide to Achieving the American Dream  Volume 2 How to Survive in a Modern Economy ( Even on a poets Income!) A self help book . $20  per book  $26 per signed book

Title two: Entitlement. Instant Poetry (Just Add Words!)  
Volume 2, The second book n the Instant Poetry (Just Add Words !)series and contains 80 poems written between June of 2006 and September 30th 2012  using that form. $20 off the shelf  $26 signed . Copies can be  Purchased through our offices  by sending your check or money order and number of copies requested to :
Skysaje Enterprise 50 Amesbury Road Rochester , NY 14623 or using your credit card via Paypal.com and sending the money to laughingl@yahoo.com 

Whew! Lots of stuff going on! And don't forget  The original book in the series : Instant Poetry (Just Add Words ! Is still available!  You can order signed copies from our offices using the methods listed above for $15.

You can also get a copy " off the shelf " from Amazon .com, Barnesandnoble.com or your local bookseller for $8.95  Here are the links: 



BOOKS MAKE GREAT GIFTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For more info visit: http://www.skysajeenterprise.com
SEE YOU NEXT TIME! 
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Monday, October 29, 2012

The Ha-Ha days are almost here!

Hi folks: Thinking of goblins and pumpkins is where it all starts! Next it's turkey, then presents, then "hello 2013!"  Here's a few items to keep you warm:

1. This is an announcement of an interview with  Ellaraine Lockie, author of Wild as in Familiar author, by Montana Public Radio on their weekly show, "The Write Question."  The interview will be aired on Thursday, October 25, at 7:30, Mountain Standard Time on KGPR 89.9.  It airs online simultaneously at:  http://www.mtpr.net/program_info/2012-10-25-541.  The interview can be heard right now though at that website.  Afterwards, it will be in their archives for future listening at:  http://www.prx.org/pieces/86147-ellaraine-lockie-poet-and-author-of-all-because


2.    Perinton  Community Center special event : 2012 nature themed Fine arts show Saturday , November 10th 2012
Free admission 1350 Turk hill road. Fairport  NY, further info http://www.perinton.org

3.Holiday Fair Tuesday November 6th 2012 from 5-8 p.m. 61 N.Main St. Honeoye Falls NY.featuring Kim Pandina of Panda Wear jewels. more info: http://www.thelowermill.com


4.William F. Sellers Paintings will be hanging in the gallery at the Rochester Arts and Cultural center: 277 N.Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14607. paintings will hang from 11/2/12-11/30/12 gallery hours 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 

5. New book alert!  New book alert! New book alert! New book alert! Skysaje Enterprise is pleased to announce the release of two new books by "Laughing" Larry Berger! The first is a revision of the book that Launched his career.  It's called : The Green Lantern, a Guide for Achieving the American Dream Volume 2 and is subtitled: How to Survive in a Modern Economy ( Even on a Poet's Income.) copies are $20. each. The second is an 80 page poetry collection called  : Entitlement and is the second book In the Instant Poetry (Just Add Words!) series because all the poems in the collection were also written using the Instant Poetry (Just Add Words!) technique . Both books are priced at $20 each ($26 signed.) and are currently available exclusively through our offices. So If you'd like a copy send your check to: Skysaje Enterprise 50 Amesbury Road.  Rochester,NY 14623. or go to www.paypal.com and send in your payment via credit card to laughingl@yahoo.com 

 6.http://www.thepedestalmagazine.com/ check them out! 


7. http://literary-equine.livejournal.com/355067.html Check out my most recent interview!

8.The Hairy Lollipop and other Poems by David E. White.  Clevis Hook Press ,355 Spinnaker Lane Webster, NY 14580 $14.95 per copy  Email
buckdavester@gmail.com for more details

Whew! Lots of stuff going on!  And don't forget the orgianal collection Instant poetry (Just Add Words!) is now in it's third edition and is STILL AVAILABLE! here are the details:


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