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Calling all PiPsters - First Update 5-5-03
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Sunshine
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May I ask for your assistance and submissions? Prairie Inkwells, a poetry group with which I am affiliated, has been approached by Access Kansas, a local television station, to appear for a five minute “Mic Moment” during their “Celebration of the First Amendment” on Saturday, May 31, 2003. My co-founder has said, “you’ll be speaking for us,” so I have signed us up for a booth and a five-minute speaking engagement in front of the “open Mic”. Now, here is what I would like to do, with YOUR assistance. First, I have a slightly selfish request. I will be taking submissions from you as to what poem of mine might be a fair and proper poem to read at this “Celebration of the First Amendment”. I will announce the poem and the poet who picked it, here in Passions. Secondly, Bridget Shenachie, my poetry and Passions partner, and I will pick one, two, or three OTHER poems submitted by YOU to read as a member of Passions in Poetry. I will do what I can to include YOUR poetry into a citywide televised event! No, there will be no outlay of funds, from either side; there are no sales of any kind at this time; but it IS a push to put poetry to the forefront of the American populace once again. If you are interested in my sharing your poetry, then please, place the link to your poem previously placed in Passions onto this post. Bridget and I will go through them, and I will advise every one of the choices that I will read at the “Celebration of the First Amendment.” Submissions will be taken until May 15. Thank you for your assistance! AMENDMENT I Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. [This message has been edited by Sunshine (05-05-2003 10:52 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
That is wonderful what you are doing! Here is a tanka that I wrote that you may use if you so choose, for your amendment event. /pip/Forum64/HTML/003140.html ***OMG I just realized I submitted the wrong poem! This is a love poem! See later reply for the correct poem!*** [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (05-01-2003 12:39 PM).] |
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Sunshine
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That's great, Linda! Thank you for participating! |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
/pip/Forum74/HTML/003625.html This may be a bit lengthy nevertheless I feel this is probably the crown jewel in my collection of poetry that encourages the securing of free-speech and the celebration of the living word!  I am going to look through your vast collection of poems and take my time so i can see to it I find the one that I feel best conveys the free spirit! God Bless You and thank you for all the wonderful work you're doing! We all so deeply appreciate it! (angel hugs) Love, Noah Eaton Underneath your clothes, there's an endless story |
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Poet deVine
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Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
/pip/Forum70/HTML/000944.html It's not the same without the graphic to show that the poem is about a Native American woman though... |
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Sunshine
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Noah, you're correct - that may be a bit lengthy - so feel free to submit any of your shorter poems for consideration. I only have five minutes!!  PdV, that's a wonderful selection, and there's nothing keeping me from mentioning the fact that this is about a Native American Woman! Thank you! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
How wonderful! I will spend some time looking through your posts, and select one or two I like best that fit the bill. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Whoopsadaisy! EA feels pretty dum dum! I put the wrong URL down! You must have thought that I was crackers submitting a love poem! Here is the senryu that I meant to submit. It isn't about amendments or such, but it is about patriotism... /pip/Forum74/HTML/001812.html I think that I might submit several URLs of poems of mine that didn't do very well so that you can bump them up when you make your gracious replies!  [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (05-01-2003 12:34 PM).] |
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Sunshine
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This is a good time to clarify that as it relates to "Freedom of Speech" it doesn't necessarily have to do with the First Amendment. They are using this day to be able to speak in the form of poetry, or other artistic ways. So, Linda, your "love" poem would've/could've worked... and submit all you want. I have my partner beside me to help me sort them out and take samplings from here and there. Let's give Bridget something to do, eh?  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Okay, then! Here's a rictameter on Freedom! /pip/Forum79/HTML/000564.html Peace, Love & Freedom of Speech! Warm hugs to both you and Bridget! Linda Gosh, I when I click on the above address it says the page is not available! I rechecked the poem and that is the address! [Edit - Fixed link, removing extra spaces. Ron] [This message has been edited by Ron (05-05-2003 11:31 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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I do not understand why the poem does not appear! I posted it on 04-24-2003 at 11:14 am Here it is: Freedom Offers us the Opportunity to Live and believe as we so choose. Lives have been lost so that this may be so. Be thankful for such a blessing. Speak for those without voice That they might have Freedom |
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Sunshine
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PdV, you may want to check the link you provided...I left a message for you. |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Ok, I'll see if I can find one tomorrow. Great idea. Titia |
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Sunshine
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Looking forward to it, Titia! Thank you! |
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Sunshine
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Hello folks! Putting together a brochure for the Celebration - your poems will be included - those that are picked [fairly short] and can be read during this whole five minute span... some thoughts are coming to me.... I'll be fitting into this brochure some of your poems, [perhaps some artwork] and I'm giving you heads up that I will be notifying those whose poems are chosen, that I will be asking you to sign off with your full name, permitting me use of your own copyrighted poetry; I will also be asking to name your state or country of residence [so they can see PiP's overall audience - as we will be handing these brochures out to those who are interested] AND... you will be getting a glimpse of the brochure in about 10 days, to say "yea" or "nay" as to being part of this exciting event... Again, thank you for your participation; I've been getting some wonderful input from folks, and I'm excited to be doing this not only for Prairie Inkwells, but PiP as well! [This message has been edited by Sunshine (05-06-2003 06:33 AM).] |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
just one poem of yours??? well. . . I'll look. . .and, I'll let you know. . .  --------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Sunshine
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Or of yours, Sven! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
How exciting! Glad it's moving forward so quickly! |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
Wow Karilea how exciting, you wrote several wonderful poems all worth to share that special day. A few years ago I wrote one and posted that in Holiday cheer, and I have repost it in open. /pip/Forum79/HTML/001327.html Thank you ((hugs)) Charisma |
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Sunshine
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Thank you Charisma, now look around in your archives for some of your shorter pieces, because you've got the right idea, and I've only got so much room. You're the tanka lady! What can you show me in a tanka? |
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Nan
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This is the only poem I have that would possibly work for you, I think... /pip/Forum2/HTML/000007.html  |
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Sunshine
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NAN...this is wonderful! I'll be glad to add this to my list! Thank you! |
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Charisma
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well you asked for a tanka Karilea, and I post it in open. Didn't find a good one in my archives, so I hope you don't mind I wrote a new one. /pip/Forum79/HTML/001356.html Hope you like it a little bit. Charisma |
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Sunshine
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Thank you Charisma! If my partner agrees, this could really help shape out the brochure! Things are coming together very well! |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
My two dimes, don't know if this is the right idea When freedom is in our soul And democracy in our mind Then could one tell me please Why they are so hard to find Sometimes Titia Should the 'sometimes' stay or go? Don't know. Like scattered leaves...my words will flow [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (05-08-2003 07:01 PM).] |
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Sunshine
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Titia, would you have a title for the submission you provided? |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
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Karilea....I really love your poem.."Silent Utterances" So I would like to suggest that one... /pip/Forum77/HTML/000113.html You also ask us if we'd like to share one of our poems and I'd love to so much, this is all very exciting Karilea.. thank you! /pip/Forum64/HTML/000079.html hugs you Sis Maree  |
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Kellie_Cantrell Senior Member
since 2002-05-22
Posts 1667New York |
Good Luck on your Project |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
Karilea, My friend, I am the one who is honored by your request. I will search your posts to today. I would like to work on a poem regarding freedom speech. I was just discussing this very topic with a an extremely intelligent student at the high school where I substitute teach. I wanted to get her opinion, while keeping my opinions on the topic to myself. But how do we teach young minds to critically think if they cannot ask and discuss openly some of the appropriate questions of our time? As a teacher, you must be on your guard to steer them away from such topics because you don't know when boundaries will overstepped. So, you avoid so much. Congratulations to you, Karilea. I will get back to you on this, hopefully today and no later than tomorrow evening. -Patricia |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
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I thought I posted a reply to this here. Gee, I can't find it. Oh no, it is going to be another one of those days. LOL As discussed via e-mail, I would love to participate in your special day. -Patricia |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
/pip/Forum79/HTML/001573.html That last poem, "Through the Classroom Door" is for you...for this. I think we so infringe on the Christians' right to freedom of speech in the classroom. I have seen this first hand. One incident stands out it my mind. I had a senior class of honor students who wanted to debate the existence of God. Why couldn't they? I spent the entire weekend pondering this question. The poem was not exactly from experience, for I teach only at the high school level, but in a sense it was from that day...the day we couldn't speak or think at an institution of learning. Anyway, I hope you understand this submission. But I owe you a big thanks for making me think about this again and express it in poetry. I am not sure if I captured the essence of what you wanted here for your great honor. For me, I thought it expressed my thoughts on freedom. -Patricia [This message has been edited by Sunshine (05-11-2003 05:33 PM).] |
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Sunshine
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Thank you very much, Patricia! I am sure that with your submission, as with so many of the others, we will be able to show just what Passions is made of...I am quite excited about this little project, and if others have continued to read this thread, I have had to increase the size of the brochure. It is most certainly turning into a delightful labor of love! Thank you! |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
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Hi Karilea, 't was nice talking to you the other day through messenger, LOL small world it is. Here's my submission, I edited a bit, think it's better this way. Within yourself When freedom's born in our soul And democracy rests in our mind Then, is there someone who can tell me Why both are often so hard to find If you don't like the title, think one up yourself, my mind is blanc at the moment, spend the whole day getting my computer to work properly, so I'm out of titles right now. Like scattered leaves...my words will flow [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (05-11-2003 06:11 PM).] |
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Sunshine
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Thank you, Titia! |
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Phaedrus Member
since 2002-01-26
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Sunshine Does this “Celebration of the First Amendment” have a particular political/religious agenda attached to it? Could you clarify exactly what the aim is? |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
Here is the verse that I chose among all of your beautiful writings for your honor, "To Thee, I Sing." This should be the link: piptalk.com/pip/Forum64/HTML/000552.html Talk to you soon, my friend. If I can help you in any way, please let me know. -Patricia |
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Sunshine
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Phaedrus, I do not believe there is any governmental, political or religious attachment to Salina Access TV's "Celebration of the First Amendment." According to the person I spoke to, we are merely being asked to come and share our writings, art, poetry, prose, etc., and will have five minutes "mic" time for our public tv to film [over a two hour period] which will later be shown on our local TV station. While many think that this has to be a resource for a political or religious theme, I am taking some short poems from those of you who wish to submit same, in hopes to get out the word that poetry is long from dead; everyone will be asked for their full name and city/town/country of residence. I hope to give PiP a small boost, along with our own group, Prairie Inkwells, in order to encourage membership. I believe their only "aim" is to share the talents of Salina to other Salinans who cannot get out to discover such for themselves. If I learn of a change in their agenda that would somehow speak against our Freedom of Speech, you'll be the first to know. I hope this answers your question. Patricia, that is one of my favorite poems. I'll make sure that it's put among the contenders. Thank you for taking time on YOUR day to make this selection! |
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Fred Hobbs Member
since 1999-06-08
Posts 329Tallahassee, Florida, US |
Sunshine, this is an old one and kinda long but it does deal directly with the first ammendment. just a thought. . .fh Oh, and good luck by the way /pip/Forum26/HTML/000087.html#7 |
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Sunshine
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Fred, thank you so much...this is one of those "to be shared with the masses"...! |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Karilea, even though I don't have any poems I think should be included, I have been keeping up with your progress during this process. I'm glad to see that it's coming together very well. This is really special for your group, as well as for PIP to get recognition. I'm proud of you, friend. Hugs, Ethel |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Karilea, I like so many of your poems that it's been hard for me to pick just one. The one that Maree said "Silent Utterances" was special to me, though. Also, I have written a new Tanka in case you don't have all you are going to include. I would love for you and Bridgette to consider it. Thank you. Hugs Ethel Oh, this is the link... /pip/Forum79/HTML/001666.html [This message has been edited by garysgirl (05-13-2003 09:47 AM).] |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Kari, are you still taking submissions? I don't know where I have been. If so, I will go looking. Hugs Sandra |
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QjQ Member Elite
since 2003-04-18
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Thoughts Let us always remember that we, and only we, can master our fates. For we are the leaders of our souls. Then, and only then, will our tomorrows bring Interludes of Integrity? To share briefly, is better than not sharing at all. I'm not sure if this is what your wanting but i posted it anyhow,  It matters not how you answer, It matters only that i hear you. |
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Sunshine
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Taking submissions until the 15th, Cat, and then we'll be sorting through them all! Thanks! Q, nice write, worthy of consideration! You folks are the best! Thank you!! |
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QjQ Member Elite
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karilea, if you choose to use my write you have my permission to edit or use as you belive best. glenn It matters not how you answer, It matters only that i hear you. |
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