This issue is unique in the fact that the pictures deviate from my traditional ones. Being March in Utah, there is an abundance of white, often through the end of the month. Last month I shared a number of winter shots. Other than two snowy shots, I have tried another approach. I offer a series of close ups. See if you recognize them. I hope you enjoy.

Poetical Journal ©by Bob Casey

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Mission: To provide poetical and thoughtful comments on life

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My newest book combines my trilogy into one traditional novel. Additional content has been added. Click on Amazon to learn more. Cost: Paperback $13.99 Kindle $3.50   The Blast Series is the newest series of books. They are actually mini paperback books of about 50 pages. Each poem is accompanied by a colored photograph. The cost is $12 per book.

To learn more, click on Amazon. Reviews also appear at the end of the newsletter. Questions? Email me.

Also during the pandemic, I wrote two novels under the pen name Leon Pashi. Both are romantic in style and have a tinge of eroticism.
I especially like the second one, Zahin and Anoop. Recently, I received the following rave review for this book from M.L. of Kansas "
What a beautiful, eloquently written love story. . . a bright spot during this time of isolation . . . hot, passionate intimacy with incredibly
warm tenderness which validated its sacredness."

All my books are available on Amazon. Reviews appear at the end of the newsletter.

Questions? Email me.

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Demographics: No states or countries were added this month. If your resident area is not listed, please let me know.

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VOLUME XX – Issue 1: Sunday, MARCH 28, 2021 (235th Issue)

Welcome

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If your country is not listed in the demographic section at the end, please let me know so I can update the list.

The next Poetical Journal will be out April 25, 2021.

 

Opening Comments from Bob

This Issue: The first poem, Clocks of Time, is a bit lighthearted but also contains a serious message. Reflection takes a look at the seasons with an important message at the end. Under the vignette, we have an excerpt from my novel Zahin and Anoop written under my penname Leon Pashi.

Subscriber Residences: PLEASE let me know if your state, providence, or country is not listed in the demographic section at the end. There currently are subscribers in 27 states, 3 provinces, and 13 countries. See complete list near at the newsletter.

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Additional decoration to an egg tree
The clear road with six inches of snow next door
 

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All below are close ups. (My usual scenic pictures were not available. Thus, I went the opposite direction.)

Clocks of Time

Some measure
       the sands of time
       watching it slowly
       flow from the hourglass
       to the apex
       descending to time passed.

For others,
       the celebration
       of the wooden bird’s cuckoos
       mark the hour
       even as figures dance
       and the cobbler
       pounds away.

All embrace
       their chosen choices
       as the stroke of midnight calls.

Comment: A bit lighthearted on a serious topic.

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The Window

Peering out,
       the buds of spring
       ache to open.
The sounds of insects
       welcome the growing warmth.
The window cracked
       just enough to hint of rebirth.

The refreshing breeze
       passes through the open window,
       cooling one on a humid summer day.
The flowers bloom
       as a whiffs of lavender
       captivate the senses.

Through the glass,
       the colors of fall explode.
Mesmerized, asking
       “Can such beauty exist?”

Frost covers the windows.
The Old Man has arrived.
Even within the house
       the dampness and chill
       are felt.

As with the seasons,
            one observes a myriad of beauty
            through the windows of life.

 

The clock plays for 53 seconds including the music.

 

Yum

Vaccination Time #2

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Vignette: Excerpt from my novel Zahin and Anoop under the pen name Leon Pashi.

. . . To my shock, even a bit of fear, a set of documents formed as if out of nowhere. Beside the awe of this miracle type event, my second initial reaction dealt with their very ancient appearance. . .

Obviously, I was not only in shock but mystified. I began to question if this was an illusion but there on the ground were the parchments Aditya had described. Questions such as “Why me?” “What am I supposed to do?” “Are they safe?” On and on I pondered with few answers provided. Now, having no interest in the temple, I gathered the documents and headed back to the hotel. . .

Those who have read this novel have given it rave reviews. If you like a bit of romance along with a bit of fantasy, you will enjoy this book.

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Ongoing Recommendation

Be safe; be healthy!

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Quotable Quotes

"But ever so often something shatters like ice and we are in the river of our existence. We are aware." - Louise Erdrich

"The greater our intellect, the less we understand the meaning of life." - Leo Tolsoy

"Listen with the ear of your heart." - Rule of St. Benedict

"If you want to take care of tomorrow, take better care of today." - Dainin Katagiri

Bit of Humor

A bit of laughter is healthy for the soul

A man being mugged by two thugs put up a tremendous fight. Finally, the thugs subdued him and took his wallet.

Upon finding only two dollars in the wallet, the surprised thug asked, "Why did you put up such a fight?"

To which the man promptly replied, "I was afraid that you would find the $200 hidden in my shoe."

Compliments of Joke a Day

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Tai Chi Corner

Some of the participates in a class held in Australia via ZOOM.

Email me if you want to learn Tai Chi. No experience necessary.

PJ Forum

If you have comments, recommendations, or suggestions for the PJ, please e-mail them to bob@poeticaljourneys.com. While I often cannot print everyone's, I personally respond to all. (When editing the comments for publication,I often eliminate the paragraphing to save space.) .

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"Congratulations on 20 years! Here's to many more!" - Freda (Ed: Thank you, Freda. She has been a subscriber since January of 2004.)

"I think I started around year 2 or 3." - Jeanine (FB) (Ed. Always good to hear from you. Subscriber since 2/2011.)

"Thanks for sharing. The pictures n poems are treasures. Utah is a beautiful place." - Kathy of Galion, OH FB (Ed. Kathy is one of my most faithful FB readers.)

"A Covid Free journey around the world thru your lenses - TY." - Shell Marie of UT (FB) (Ed. Thank you so much for your kind comment.)

"This is a beautiful edition of your wonderful newsletter." - Steffani from Vancouver (FB) ( Ed. Many thanks! Steffanie is always willing to share her comments. She is a longtime subscriber - 7/2002.)

"Wow, 20 years! Congratulations! - Mary of Tiffin, OH FB (Ed. Mary and I worked together. It was my privilege. She has been a subscriber since 2002.)

"Wow...20 years! That’s really something, Bob! Congratulations !l I love the picture too!" - Joy from Ohio (FB) (Ed. Joy is an original subscriber.)

"Thank you for 19 years of beautiful photos and words!" - Judy from Upper Sandusky, Ohio (FB) (Ed. Many thanks, Judy. One of my longest subscribers - 2002.)

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Reader Demographics

States - AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, NC, ND, NY, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, and WI     

Canadian Provinces - BC, ON, and QC;   

Countries - Albania, Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Turkey, UK, U.S., and Venezuela.

........Changes to this section will be updated each month.

If your state, province, or country is not mentioned, please let me know.

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Book Reviews

General: JJG wrote: I've read Bob's "To the End of Time" trilogy twice, each time gaining deep and deeper insights into the human condition. The three small volumes hold their own as good stories but also provide a unique glimpse into a new religious paradigm. Would that it could come to be.

Specific Book: To the End of Time and Back: An Epic Journey

David from Utah: "The new novel, To the End of Time and Back is a skillful account of two lovers on an 'Epic Journey,' racing through time and history to learn life-changing truths. Their spectral mentor, Arundel, sends them through difficult travels, but their relationship endures and remains strong despite physical, and psychological stress. Powerful emotions such as fear, anger and happiness, combine with lust, pain and sexuality to help them learn. Written in verse form, the story is an epic poem, painted to portray the duality of mankind throughout dimensions of human history that is sometimes cruel and horrific. The reader will come to know and understand what is being described and will certainly enjoy the stimulating elegance of the story and the philosophy. A thoroughly enjoyable read that is certain to make you think."
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Jim from Mt. Vernon: "I finished your book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It was much easier to follow by having the whole thing in front of me, and reading as much as I wanted at a time. I felt pretty weary after bouncing around in time for many hundreds of years, but I was relieved to know that at least part of the world survived 'Armageddon'. What a feat you have performed."
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Kimberly from Ohio: "Well, Bob! I am rather blown away by your book. Finished it yesterday, and it only took four days, which means I was intrigued and wanted to know how the book ends. I'm a slow, deep reader and since my profession is writing and editing, I edit continuously as I read. Can't help it! But this book was worth dropping everything for and reading to the end. I admit to cynicism about your claim that it would change me, and I don't know that it has just yet but it won't be leaving my heart and head for a long time, and change could happen. I'm impressed that the book actually lived up to your claims for it. . . . I'm intrigued by this book because it rings so true, and I am therefore tempted to believe you actually were given the gift of this dictation. But if not and this is fiction, you have written one hell of a book, masquerading amazingly as non-fiction ... which is indeed one of the goals of fiction."
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An Ohio Reader: "WOW! WOW! WOW! I read it in one sitting and found so many things you wrote about 'true' for what I know and feel about past lives I've lived. Actually, the chapter about the Holocaust was something I couldn't bear to read–too sad and painful. (I've always felt that way about that period of history.) . . . it was very well done, Bob. Just beautifully done. I'm looking for the movie. . . I'm sure others will feel connected to this book just as I did. AMAZING. Just AMAZING. I couldn't put it down. There was so much anticipation with each chapter it hooked me from the very beginning. . ."
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Specific Book: Adelyn: An Epic Journey:

Ohio Reader: "In his book, Adelyn: An Epic Journey, Bob navigates the reader through a challenging journey in the time space continuum while exposing both the weaknesses and strengths of humanity. As Adelyn is exposed to the infinite love of The Source, the reader is challenged to understand how personal beliefs and actions often have more to do with cultural rather than spiritual influences. In a time and world filled with political anger and personal indulgences reading Adelyn offers the open-minded promise. It would make a great book study."

Specific Book: The Tao of Momentary Thoughts

Doug from Ohio: ". . . I was not prepared for page 116 Should have been because of the extremely personal nature of the entire book. Please understand that the unusual length of time to finish your book (especially for a binge reader like me) was because it screamed to be read thoughtfully in increments. For me that was 10-15 pages every weekend, often in quiet . . .Thank you for "putting pen to paper" and sharing your soul. Those of us who have followed Poetical Journeys will recognize much of the content. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to share part of your journey really feel a part of it."

Charles from Park City: "Hi Bob….I just picked up your The Tao of Momentary Thoughts.  It’s wonderful . . I love your book."

Ed from Seattle: The Tao of Momentary Thoughts: "I was smiling all the way through the reading . . .I think I will reread it again during the next week."

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Until next time - joy and peace,

Bob


Bob Casey
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