Daily Archives: February 14, 2017

Shikoku Island

Posted on February 14, 2017 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Carpe Diem #1151, Shikoku Island Shikoku is one of the four main islands (Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu) that make up Japan. The island is located between the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean. There are four … Continue reading →

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Pine Islands

Posted on February 14, 2017 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Carpe Diem #1150, Matsushima (pine islands) Matsushima is a bay in Miyagi prefecture – 25 km from the prefectural capital, Sendai – that is famous for its view of over 260 tiny pine-clad islands – “matsu-shima” meaning “pine … Continue reading →

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Mysterious Mrs. Dowd

Posted on February 14, 2017 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  dVerse poets – Monday Quadrille #26  (posted by Kim) There are many different types of ghost, from the Holy Ghost to Banquo’s, Cathy’s or Marley’s ghosts. You can have a ghostly experience, a ghost writer and ghosting on … Continue reading →

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This Poem Is A Sign

Posted on February 14, 2017 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poets United:  Poetry Pantry #340   (posted by Mary) “I am very sad about what is happening in this country.  We all have to resist.  And I hope those of you in other countries ‘resist’ in your own … Continue reading →

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