Image
Friday, June 27th, 2008
“Along the Coast” by: Eyvind Earle
Shattered
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Shattered
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I come upon a man
standing by the road
looking sad
heavy box
in his arms
held close
he stares
expressionless
into my eyes
his gaze stops me
fixes me in place
his face is tired
and drawn
etched in worry
when at last I move
I draw near
close enough to see
this sullen man
is me
he extends his arms
that clutch the heavy box
he beckons me retrieve
this container he protects
filled with apprehension
I […]
Dark Self
Saturday, June 14th, 2008
Dark Self
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hidden from the light of day
another me resides
though keeping to the shadows
a saving grace abides
a darkling essence
scarred and damaged
begotten in another life
another place and time
it is an anger manifest
righteous and so long suppressed
that could not find effective voice
to save my ruined innocence
silent when I had no name
for what I did not comprehend
the woeful time […]
Morning Gold
Tuesday, June 10th, 2008
Morning Gold
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across the meadow
last night’s dew clings
fondly to the old-growth
wrapped in crystalline embrace
it adorns the stately cedars
as if diamonds
that sparkle in the morning sun
a splendor befitting their beauty
this day begins bright and crisp
bird songs lilt
carried on a breeze
I see you afar
approaching on the path
backlit by sunrise
your hair golden in dawn’s glow
lover beholding beloved
I sit
warmed in […]
Bad Weather
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008
Bad Weather
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you blew in like a typhoon
a hurricane of love
your kisses hot as lightning
striking from above
your passion was a tempest
I was swept up in its force
but now the winds have died
this storm has run its course
my thoughts are grey and cloudy
my eyes are steady rain
my heart’s caught in a cold front
bad weather’s bringing pain
yes, the […]
Wicked!
Friday, May 30th, 2008
WARNING! This a sensuous poem recommended for mature readers. If you wish to continue, click here. You can return here to comment.
Remembered
Thursday, May 29th, 2008
Remembered
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leaning comfortably
into the curves
wind whipping
through our long hair
we wind our way
into the mountains
into the evening
alive
with 2-wheeled freedom
on the open road
not counting days
not keeping track
just being - free
we glide
feet up
knees tucked
captivated
by the thrill
of the throttle
we rocket
dive from light to shadow
to resurface once more
in the light
again and again
as the sun reveals itself
from time to time
warming us
from between […]
The Fool
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008“Sad Harlequin” by: Lladró
The Fool
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I will not smile today, you see
my broken heart is hurting. So
tears reside where joy once lived –
I will not smile today. You see,
she loved my wealth, but not so me;
I was a fool, I know.
I will not smile today, you see,
my broken heart is hurting so!
• • •
rob kistner […]
The Legend
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
he never quit on his dream, or his humanity
The Legend
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permit me to share the legend
of the man who rocked the world
luminous — larger than life
his banner of fame unfurled
with confidence he took each stage
flashed his skills with pride and power
his celebrity rocketed skyward
enormous talent, in his finest hour
a humble tempering childhood
helped him hone his mythic […]
Impulse (a haiku)
Friday, May 16th, 2008
Impulse
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captive to urges
woodpecker drums summer stumps
boys kiss moist red lips
• • •
rob kistner © 2008
Seasons
Thursday, April 24th, 2008Author’s note: This is a suite of four haiku that reflect the seasons of the year.
Seasons
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Spring
(haiku)
•
wings flutter gently
spring breeze bends full flowered stems
meadow dance begins
• • •
Summer
(haiku)
•
green leaf on blue pond
turns in golden summer sun
red bird softly sings
• • •
Fall
(haiku)
•
stalks lie down in fields
arbors burst with ripened grape
fall is on the land
• • •
Winter
(haiku)
•
coarse lands […]
Swept Away
Thursday, April 17th, 2008A bluesman’s life and soul. Music gives me goose-bumps, especially when created by genuine human spirit
NOTE: I invite you to listen to the recorded “spoken word” version of this poem you’ll find at the bottom of this post. I’ve mixed in a little ‘atmosphere’ to heighten the immersion.
Swept Away
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memphis red
no longer is
gray […]
The Weaver
Thursday, April 17th, 2008Author’s note: My wife Kathy is a nationally recognized contemporary fiber artist. You can see some of her creations below by scrolling down. Included among the skills and crafts she employs in this pursuit, she is a weaver — and a great inspiration for me. I wrote this for her.
The Weaver
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today I watched a […]
Nocturne
Saturday, April 12th, 2008A brooding full moon, in image, verse, and spoken word
Author’s note: this piece does not expose a secret, but instead, it deals with the weight and burden of keeping dark disturbing secrets buried away.
Nocturne
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hawk moon hangs heavy
in the damp night sky
bulbous moist pearl
rolling
in a cold chromium fog
wet slivers of cloud
smear themselves
across its face
irregular
like translucent sacks
of […]
Temper, Temper
Tuesday, April 8th, 2008
You’re still locked in the frikkin’ commode
When we really should be hitting the road
How much time can you take up
While putting on makeup
My damned head is about to explode
Foul words spewing forth
Most certainly he is pissed
Best to avoid him
rob kistner © 2008
Sensations
Saturday, July 7th, 2007A touching bit of poetry…
The Dawning
Friday, June 29th, 2007Tongue-in-cheek look at astrology
Sacred
Wednesday, June 27th, 2007A hike into the Cascade Mountains, in image and verse.
Two Friends Discuss Literature
Friday, June 15th, 2007Shameless Lions Writing Circle
Wednesday, June 13th, 2007I am a member of the Shameless Lions Writing Circle.
Artheo
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lion of myth and legend
dream bringer
cloud rider
traveler in time
protector of visions
muse to the uninspired
known as Artheo
to those you’ve touched
nameless to the rest
come now
restore the world’s wonder
open minds
unlock hearts
so all will know you
and be enlightened
…
rob kistner © 2007
Passion Fire
Saturday, June 9th, 2007A hot little poem about one of my “first times” — photo included.
Swoon!
Saturday, June 9th, 2007WARNING! Sensuous poetry and image. Recommended for mature readers. If you are not comfortable with adult sensuality, please do not continue further.
Amethysian
Sunday, June 3rd, 2007This is an original piece of art I created as a decorrelated, re-symetricalized fractal.
Tattered
Tuesday, May 29th, 2007This is my post for the “One Deep Breath” prompt: Common Ground.
Dreams
Friday, May 11th, 2007The Patient Sea
Saturday, May 5th, 2007The poem “The Patient Sea”, and the two exclusive photo renderings that accompany it, are posted here for Sunday Scribblings offering for May 6, 2007.
Jazz
Monday, April 30th, 2007Truth Stares Down Perception
Monday, April 23rd, 2007Saucer Dreams
Sunday, April 22nd, 2007Gaia•Evo
Thursday, April 19th, 2007Dreams Drift Through Reason
Wednesday, April 18th, 2007Rivers in Peril
Wednesday, April 18th, 2007Shadow & Light
Tuesday, April 17th, 2007Hot Licks / Waiting
Wednesday, April 11th, 2007Twilight Rooftops
Tuesday, April 10th, 2007Fickle Muse
Tuesday, April 10th, 2007Author’s note: This is a gently rhyming writer’s lament. Dedicated to anyone who has ever suffered writer’s block, or any type of indecision that stops you from completing a task or enjoying closure.
Fraxure
Monday, April 9th, 2007The Nightmare
Friday, April 6th, 2007I saw the latest Harry Potter movie today. That viewing, for some reason, inspired me to offer this image and verse as my post.
Tranquil Lake
Thursday, April 5th, 2007Transformed
Thursday, April 5th, 2007This is my post for the May 31st, Poetry Thursday prompt: “River”.
Swoon!
Sunday, April 1st, 2007Through the Portal
Sunday, April 1st, 20073D Geometric Series
Saturday, March 31st, 2007Rob Kistner © 2000
This is piece above is part of my 3D-Geometric Series and is a mirrored build up. I titled this piece “Cirque de Esprit” means “Circus of the Mind”. See if you can use your imagination to see the 3 clowns. The original piece is giclée on canvass and measures 24″H x 48″W.
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Rob’s collages
Wednesday, April 19th, 2006