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Amidst Series of Poetry Books

Personal Blog site showcasing commentataries and selection of published poetry from two non-profit published poetry books, with a third book, pending...
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“Falling Tears” A Memorial Day Poem 2012, copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst...

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―   Above picture courtesy of txlady76.wordpress.com     Tears fall from my checks this day. Tears for all the fallen soldiers of our land. Tears for those who gave their all for our country.   These tears forever seal in eternity the greatest gift... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 11 hours ago
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“How much would Spend to get a part-time $100,000 Job? copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, Texas Commentator

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―       The official date for the Collin County, Texas’ elections is May 29th, 2012.  The times call for a massive change in the mindset of McKinney, Texas’ and Collin County residents in regards to their past voting habits.   In... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 4 days ago
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“Fair Weather Friends” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     Thru Seventy years of life on this world there has been a few lessons of life that were difficult to learn.   Knowing the difference between true friendships and Fair Weather Friends was one of the hardest lessons of all.   In  discovering... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 4 days ago
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“Ahhhh…..Wisdom” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―   Ahhh….Wisdom. Where were you when I needed you.   In my youth I thought Love was guided by my sexual passion.   It was much later in life that I learned that passion in a physical relationship should not guide our life decisions.   Our... (more)
Tags: Poems, Poetry, Wisdom
 Texas Poet ― Posted 6 days ago
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“My Early Voting Today” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, Texas Commentator

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―   Today was a great day.  Lunch at Ricks in downtown McKinney with my bride of twenty plus years, then early voting at the 380 location near Sam’s.   Between all the politicians running around the outside permitted poll line, I did not... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 9 days ago
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“How to Select the Best Candidate for the Upcoming Collin County Texas’ Elections” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo,...

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―   Are you new to Collin County, Texas?  Are confused as to who to vote for in the upcoming elections?  Following are some simple rules and “red flags” to look for in determining who to vote for in this upcoming election:   1. Collin... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 11 days ago
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“Praising My Enemies” copyright 2012, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     It was sometime ago that a man who I thought well of praised a couple that are my sworn enemies. He is a public official of many years in my community.   If he is like many politicians in my community he will be shocked when I vote for his... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 11 days ago
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“Still….I am Haunted by You” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―   It has been twenty-five years since I last saw you. Still…..I am haunted by you. I think it takes many in our lives to learn about Love.   Last night in a dream you came to me beneath a clean white sheet. Your long slender body freshly... (more)
Tags: Poetry, Poems
 Texas Poet ― Posted 11 days ago
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“What Mother’s Day Means to Me” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     Mother’s Day brings many thoughts and memories to me. The Bible relates to honor our Mothers. It should also relate that Mothers should honor their children.   I recall my Mother as a hurtful abusive Mother. In today’s standards... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 14 days ago
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“A Forecast for the End of 2012″ copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     A darkness like no other in our past prevails over our land. The darkness goes beyond color it is the deeds and goals of our President.   Without out a doubt the worse President the United States has ever had in her entire history.   With... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 15 days ago
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“Door Trash from the Collin County Elections for May 2012″ copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, Texas’ Commentator

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ― This is an interesting observation concerning the upcoming Collin County, Texas’ elections for May 2012.  As many might be aware, break-ins have been on the increase in the Eldorado Community of McKinney, Texas.  One of the biggest... (more)
 Texas Poet ― Posted 19 days ago
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“God’s I-Pad” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―         Many a time I observed the heavens but never noticed how much the patterns of the sky seemed to be God’s I-Pad.   A way that our Lord relates His messages of Love for us.   At your next  Sunrise or Sunset look closely at the... (more)
Tags: Poetry
 Texas Poet ― Posted 20 days ago
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“Kill Shot” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy”

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     The Kill Shot was the final blow to the heart. There had been other shots fired in the relationship. Carried wounds never enough to take down the human heart.   The shot of this morning was different. I felt my heart burst into many pieces... (more)
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 Texas Poet ― Posted 21 days ago
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“I Would Take Romance Before My Death” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion Amidst Apathy...

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     The movie scene seems always the same. A beach scene on a beautiful sunny day. A pair of lovers stretched out on the sands.   Kissing deeply as one. The scene has played out in many movies. The scene plays out in many a novel.   Everytime I... (more)
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 Texas Poet ― Posted 21 days ago
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“There is Something Special About a Red Glass of Wine” copyright 2012 John J. Rigo, upcoming poetry book, “Passion...

Amidst Series of Poetry Books ―     There is something special about a red glass of wine. Perhaps its the slow numbing effect that I Love. Maybe it is the way it carries my mind into the past.   The petite blue eyes looking up at me. Telling me how special I am to them. The feel... (more)
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 Texas Poet ― Posted 22 days ago