Pictorially, we welcome the arrival of spring in the Midway, Utah Area

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VOLUME XXIII – Issue 4: Sunday, May 28, 2023 (261st Issue)

Welcome

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The next Poetical Journal will be out June 25, 2023.

Spring has finally arrived in Midway, UT. Mid April, there were 3+ feet of snow in this spot.

...Opening Comments from Bob

This Issue: As record snow fell this winter, spring arrived late. The heavy, rapid melt has caused floods including huge mud slides throughout the state. Houses have fallen off of cliff ledges. Despite these, this issue focuses on the arrival of spring with a focus on its beauty. There are three new poems in this issue, Aging, A Question, and Appreciation.

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Over 630 inches of snow fell on Park City ski areas. Pictured are some of the older mining
homes, easily worth over a million dollars each. (Note the ski lift in the background).

The snow is quickly disappearing on mountains surrounding Midway.


Three Poems

Comment: This poem is very appropriate for this month as my birthday is tomorrow (29th), and I have
definitely reached what is defined as old age.

Comment: This poem was written several months ago when we had more than our desired amount
of rain. However, the large snow melt is wrecking havoc throughout the state.

Comment: This poem was written in appreciation of our exceptionally beautiful spring in Utah.

With the record snowfall towns in flood zones are preparing. This is one of the side streets in nearby
Heber City that has sandbagged one of the high risk areas. Flood precautions will be taken until late June.

Floral collage

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Recommendation

May 29, is my birthday. With each passing year, I like to believe that I continue to learn more about life and its truths. The poems above speak to some of them. Wishing you all much happiness!

Please take a look at the online book and gift pages.

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Primroses, early harbinger of Spring.

Neighbor's daffodil display.

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Quotable Quotes

"There is something wonderfully bold and liberating about saying "Yes" to our entire imperfect and messy life. With even a glimmer of that possibility, joy rushes in." - Tara Brach

"When you arise in the morning think of what a privilege it is to be alive–to think, to enjoy, to love." - Marcus Aurelius

“Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive." - Dalai Lama

"There is no such thing as a friend who doesn't have any flaws. But if you try to look for those flaws, you will remain with no friends." - The Buddha

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Tulips in their glory

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A Bit of Humor

A bit of laughter is healthy for the soul (December Issue)

Soccer Hooligans

A soccer hooligan is charged with disorderly conduct and assault after a match. The arresting officer states that the accused had thrown something into the river not far from the stadium.

“What exactly did the accused throw into the river?” the judge asks.

“Stones, sir,” the officer replies.

The judge is confused. “Well, that’s hardly an offense, officer.”

“It was in this case, sir,” the officer explains. “Stones was the name of the referee.”

Compliment of A Joke A Day

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Beautiful floral display around one of the homes

Another home

NO Vignette this Month

Springtime is time for youth soccer in Utah.

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Tai Chi Corner

Recently certified new Utah tai chi trainers (To my lf. is my wife
Janice who assisted and to my rt. is Master Trainer Patricia Lawson,
workshop leader.

Click here to locate the name of a tai chi instructor near you, or contact me directly.

PJ Forum

If you have comments, recommendations, or suggestions for the PJ, please e-mail them to bob@poeticaljourneys.com. I personally respond to all. (When editing the comments for publication, I eliminate very personal comments and edit for spacing.

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"I loved the journey that you shared this month! What a wonderful piece of this Earth that we all were able to enjoy! Thank you, Bob! Your poems in this issue truly touched my soul. What poignant messages were given in the sharing of your creation. All is unfolding in order in my life, as Spring on the South West Coast of Canada is in full display. . . best wishes to you, Jan, and your family, Bob! And gratitude for the two decades of being connected through your Poetical Journeys each month." – Steffanie from Vancouver (Ed.: Thank you so much for your kind comments. I can't believe that it has been twenty years since you first subscribed. Continue to enjoy life!)

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Reader Demographics

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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

Blast Series: Review by Janice M. regarding Blast Book Four: . . . I loved the book.  There were so many ideas floating around in my head from your writings, and I understood everything you wrote about.  I saw the visions while traveling through the pages. Thank you for your inspiration. . . ."

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

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