Daily Archives: December 12, 2014

“tempting waves”

Posted on December 12, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Carpe Diem’s Tan Renga Challenge #62, Björn Rudberg’s “tempting waves” tempting waves – the old boat still needs a little rest                           © Björn Rudberg Each spot … Continue reading →

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What Just Happened?

Posted on December 12, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Red Wolf Poems #227, “Scene in the Office” The man in his own comfortable chair is calm, re-assuring, non-threatening. He tells you to close your eyes, relax, relax. You think he sounds like the nice sort of rainy … Continue reading →

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Where I Come From

Posted on December 12, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  dVerse Poets, “City Songs for Poetics” Thus this week I invite you to write your own urban poem. Celebrate the historical wealth of the city, its energy, exoticism or diversity. Mourn the loss of social life or connexion … Continue reading →

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Human Rights

Posted on December 12, 2014 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poets United, Midweek Motif~Human Rights Day “I call on States to honour their obligation  to protect human rights every day of the year.  I call on people to hold their governments to account.” ~ UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon … Continue reading →

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