Poets

On By ResaIn Alley Gallery, Thank You's

For HOLLY – HOUSE OF HEART – Poet & Muse

“Don’t tell me what the poets are doing”
“Don’t tell me that they’re talking tough”
“Don’t tell me that they’re anti-social“
“Somehow not anti-social enough, that’s right”

Since discovering Holly and her poetry, years ago, I keep finding her & her poems painted on walls, in alleys, on garage doors, in the market and Graffiti Alley.

This bleak alley went on for a mile, at least. Suddenly … beauty, like a Holly poem.

"Don't tell me what the poets are doing
Those Himalayas of the mind
Don't tell me what the poets been doing
In the long grasses over time"

But my heart can thank Holly, and all the wonderful poets I have found on WP.

116 thoughts on “Poets”

  3. Thank you for the delightful tip of the hat to poets , dear Resa. It’s heartwarming to see such beauty filling what would be dark dreary walls. Art is everywhere these days brightening the sometimes bleak era that we are passing through. You always contribute to the light at the end of the tunnel by sharing your own gifts and those of others to bring a smile to our faces. This is truly beautiful and I thank you sincerely .

    xoxoxoxoxo

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    1. Dear Holly, (Meece)

      You are right art and poetry creep into our lives with a bright light. Like Cohen says “There is a crack, a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.”

      That alley was long and dreary, but when I saw that art on the garage door, WOW! It felt great and still does.
      Your poetry is so wonderful and beautiful, it’s not a wonder I think of you at those light/beauty moments.

      Of course, then the mind drifts to all the wonderful poets out here on WP… and in the world.

      Adore you!
      xoxoxoxoxoxo

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      1. Dear Meece, It would be a dreary world without the beautiful art, poetry, photography, designer of gorgeous gowns , creators of intriguing stories that captivate us , fascinating painters of wall art and the Amazing creatives who share it with us. You brighten our days and world when it is seemingly so dark , allowing us to us to escape into your world of possibilities and art gowns that makes us feel all is well. Thank you my dear generous friend for being a creative with a huge heart , I absolutely appreciate and adore you.
        🤗xoxoxoxoxo❤️

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        1. xoxoxoxo☆❦xoxoxoxo
          Just saw the reblog. Thank you, Meece!

          It means a lot that what I create stimulates a positive energy.

          The original Idea for the blog was to entertain, create enjoyment.
          Now, I have blog pals. Who knew?

          Beyond your poetry, I love the way you can be merciless with humour. Nothing like a fab laugh.

          Okay, I sent a header for PBH vs. Evilamloop Etagloc. Let me know if it works for you. I’m just about to have a look at what I did at 1 am.

          xoxoxoxo🐭👯‍♀️🐭xoxoxoxo

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  7. Beautiful street art. Just wonderful. Best of all, it’s a tribute to Holly, the most wonderful poet. She is the Poet of The Coop, as well. Holly’s words are magic, weaving spells over her readers. Love her. Outstanding post, Resa. ❤️

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    1. Thanks Gi!

      It’s not a wonder that Holly is The Coop’s official poet. The Coop is magic. Holly’s poems are magic.
      It all goes hand in hand.
      I can hardly wait for the Halloween party, and I just made Dale’s gown/drawing better. Once I finish Beth, I’ll send them all in an email! xoxo

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    2. Being the Poet of The Coop is definitely one of my greatest experiences. The Chicklets are the sun rising, and you’re the only one who could create such lovely little beings. Thank you for the honor of being there with them ( you). ❤️

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        1. Exactly, Teagan. This is a reason I walk in alleys, one never knows if there’s an exciting treasure. Also, the urban critters are relaxing to walk with.

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      1. YEAH!
        I just figured how I can watch your new movie on my big TV. It’s smart. I’m stupid, but figuring it all out.
        My old plasma finally died.

        Now, not only do I have lesser visual quality, but I think it sounds not as good. ☆❦

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  13. I believe it was five days ago that was the anniversary of Gord’s passing away. By happenstance I was wearing Signature Gord Jaws T-shirt.

    I still remember the first time I heard this song, it was blasting from a car at the end of The Ranier to Pacific relay.

    Honor to a beloved Canadian poet and genius.

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    1. You are right. It was the anniversary of the passing of Gord Downie.

      Thank you for mentioning that!

      I can’t remember when I heard the song for the first time, but I remember loving it. It was years before I knew it was The Hip. They wrote and recorded a lot a very cool songs.

      An honour to have you here today, thank you, K Mark!

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    1. Thanks Liz!
      She really is talented. Her words take me on a beautiful journey every time. Even when she is talking about something not so nice, getting to the message is most pleasant.

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        1. Liz, your last book is one of the best contemporary books I’ve ever read. It should be on the NYT best sellers list.
          Just had to say that, as I was reminded by a review of it I read recently… you reblogged it. It was an excellent review.

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  15. Resa, I can see why this mural made you think of Holly. There is something very moving about coming upon beauty unexpectedly in a place that might otherwise be passed by without a second glance. The face, the flowers and the butterflies seem almost to emerge from the wall. I love the way you connect the visual art you find on your walks with the poets and writers you have come to know here. It makes the discovery feel very personal. What a lovely tribute to Holly.🤗🤗🤗

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    2. Yes… they truly do emerge from that garage door. What a crazy place to find some much required beauty.

      It’s natural (for me) to connect art, artists, musicians, writers, readers…
      It’s a wonderful thing.
      Thank you, Rebecca!
      I think of you often, and I think of Frances, too. Hers is such a wonderful story. ☆❦☆❦

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  17. It really is refreshing to visit and see such lovely things. I don’t mind that the garage door makes me green with envy. Now, I want a garage door like that one. And it truly is special that such talent and beauty remind us of Holly and her House of Heart. I do believe that it is our art, music, and poetry so abundantly shared here on WP and the cultures of the world that will somehow help us rise above the The Great Orange Apocalypse dragging the world down into its vortex of shameful iniquity. Such beautiful minds, open hearts, and skillful hands will not allow the greatest part of humanity to fall.

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    1. Interesting, and I agree. I hadn’t thought of that. I’m always struggling to find background colours that work.
      It’s not just the turquoise, but the fact that a colour does not have to be at contrasting odds with an image.
      Thanks Jan!

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  21. Heart-touching and beautiful! I don’t recall which one of you two I first met on WordPress, but I am very glad that these both connections happened.

    The poetry is painting and the painting is poetry; it’s all true art!

    🥰🌹💖💖🫂🫂🤗

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  22. I love to hear and see what you discover in these alleys, Resa! What a lovely post; it really shows how words and art overlap and mingle into one another in a lovely, uplifting, and creative way. The blues and purples in that first mural are absolutely stunning (my favorite colors)! 💜🌸🪷

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    1. Oh, those alleys! It’s always a thrill to see what I will find. Every day, every walk is different.
      I agree, Ada! Art and words can be complimentary.
      I love the mural too.. yes the colours are ‌
      🩵☆𝐺𝑟𝑜𝑜𝑣𝑦☆💜

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  23. BRAVA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    What a lovely way to give such a gifted writer her flowers, both figuratively and literally. Your finds are always more beautiful and this one describes our brilliant poet so very well.

    MUAH!

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      1. Someone they know, some place they’ve been to or dreamed about, a wish, a thought . . . so many things to find in a piece of art. Which is why the arts are so important to our world.

        Muy talented indeed, just like you.

        MUAH!

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          1. The arts as soul food. I love it. And so true.

            You are a mad scientist! Or is it glad scientist? Or is it bad scientist. With the ‘bad’ meaning groovy of course . . .

            MUAH!

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  30. dgkaye's avatar dgkaye

    Your art and Holly”s poetry together are like a symphony. I love the painting. It kind of reminds me of Rita Hayworth posing back in the day. 🥰💜❌⭕❌

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