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Book Review – “Waiting”
The following is my book review of “Waiting” by Marya Hornbacher, posted on 06/09/11. Written by someone who does not believe in God and has been through AA and the 12-steps, this book provides a working and grounded guide to spirituality. Reading this with an open mind, and not terribly concerned about the 12-steps themselves,…
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Book Review – “California”
The following is my book review of “California” by Jennifer Denrow, posted on 06/09/11. I had no expectations going into this, and have been rewarded. Her writing style is very direct, almost like poking a stick at your eye. What is most different, compared to the many poetry books out there, is her form and…
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Book Review – “Versed”
The following is my book review of “Versed” by Rae Armantrout, posted on 06/09/11. There are a few things to like in these poems and a few things that leave me puzzled and unable to get an accurate glimpse inside Rae’s mind, or my own for that matter. In the abstract, sparse stanzas, I was…
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Response to Northography – Sunbaker
In response to the latest Northography stimuli titled “Sunbaker”: http://www.northography.com/responses.php?stimulus_id=250 Dear earth, can you hear me? It’s me, John. Listen, that glowing orb is particularly hot today and my Swedish skin has turned brown and crispy. Do you mind if I lay here for awhile? This sand is soft and comfortable reminds of childhood on…
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Poem “Recess” to be published
My poem “Recess” has been accepted by Primalzine to be published this fall. Their website is www.primalzine.com
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New Beginning
Welcome to the new blog for William Ricci and Proven Life. As time, life, and everything moves forward, it is important to take stock of my surroundings, my place in this world, and my purpose.
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Today is the beginning of the end of this world.
If that is true, I would like to give thanks: to the universe for allowing me to be here and write, to the previous lives providing experience and never-ending energy, to my family, brother and parents, to Patricia for belief, and uncompromising love. If we wake tomorrow in the same shell, there is work to…
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A Poem of Discontent
Disillusioned is the title we take my generation fighting back against the call and allure of profits at the expense of identity and the land our tears fall upon. We will not hide, we will not keep quiet, our voice will reach each darkened corner, each soul pushed aside, left within the cold confines of…
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Inspiration
Since the passing of John Haines, I have turned to my other inspiration in D. Nurkse – Burnt Island and The Border Kingdon.
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Music and lights
Went to TSO concert last night. Not enough words to convey the music, energy, and chaos of lights – beautiful. To finally hear Sarajevo 12/24 live is one step closer to a more peaceful existence, and the empty fields.