Sample of my Poetry
March 30, 2019: From Volume One
One
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New day dawning bright
I can feel the sigh of the night
As the sun warms the air
And I see her standing there
Arms reaching out to me
Knowing that my heart is free
Whispers dancing in the mist
Of timeless love that does exist
Within her boundless soul
The caress that makes me whole
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Seasons come and seasons go
Love and trust will grow
Between the two of us
Building on the trust
While a world that stands waiting
Anticipating
Debating
Hating
Berating
Desecrating
That which they don’t understand
Unable to demand
That I obey their command
And kneel to the fallen gods
With whom I am at odds
For the lives they took
And the world they shook
To my very core
Wanting always more
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New day dawning bright
I can feel the sigh of the night
As the sun warms the air
And I see her standing there
Arms reaching out to me
Knowing that my heart is free
Whispers dancing in the mist
Of timeless love that does exist
Within her boundless soul
The caress that makes me whole
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Lives changed for all time
Hers and mine now intertwine
One path
One future
One life
One love
One desire
One fire
One hope
One moment
One kiss
Till that day
When the gods I must pay
And give her back to them
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January 1, 2008 ~
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AMAZON REVIEWS
Naomi: rated it 5-STARS: on July 10, 2016: A book worth reading! His poetry makes you feel your emotions, his love for his wife and the pain he has experienced in life. You get a glimpse into his nature from bits and pieces he shares of his life. It made me want more of his story.
Bobbi O: rated it 5-STARS: on July 7, 2016: I received this book as a gift from a friend of the author. It is the only book I own. I was never much of a reader growing up and never bought a book in my 50 plus years. When I read his poetry, I find myself blocking out the world around me. It's something I never expected. I have laughed and I have cried. It takes me away, making me feel emotions I've never felt before. I read one or two almost every night before going to sleep. I recommend Robert Ullrich’s book to anyone who likes poetry, and especially those who think they don't. People who are like I was, me before I started reading it.
Mary Kathryn O: rated it 5-STARS: on August 31, 2016: It's wonderful to have it in a collection. Every time I re-read one of the poems or musings in his book, I gain a new perspective or insight into myself, the writer...or even life itself. I've been a fan of Robert Ullrich for years. I feared the loss of his work. Now I have it in my hands. I know new readers will enjoy and gain much, as I have from his works. A little tip -read the same one at various times. Like with a cup of coffee over breakfast, and again on a rainy afternoon.
M. Grimsrud: rated it 5-STARS: on September 5, 2016 We have this book on our coffee table. I pick it up often for either a little pick-me-up, up maybe to get closer to the author. His words will sometimes make me cry, and then the next will make me chuckle. It is a great read. I use it for meditation, and it often gives me insight on other things. Thanks Robert.
GOODREADS REVIEWS
Alan: rated it 5-STARS: on Sep 14, 2016: I won this book in a recent Goodreads First Reads giveaway. I very rarely read poetry, as it usually doesn't hold my interest. This book is one of a very few that I have enjoyed and kept my interest until the end. I shall be keeping this book on my shelf to read again sometime. Recommended.
April: rated it 5-STARS: on Dec. 12, 2016: A wonderful collection of poems that held my interest. I would really recommend.
Marilyn Stanley rated it 4-STARS: on Nov. 10, 2016
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