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That there is poetry is the only evidence that man truly exists." Mark Staber Kobo

Mark Staber Kobo is a modern American poet and philosopher, also known by name Mark Chandos, author of the famous space faring epic poem Chandos Ring.

Greatest Living Poet: Strange Gods, Bulk Prophecies represents the highest form of lyric poetry in contemporary literature. In his book, Mark Staber Kobo attempts to restate the central problems of modern poetry. He presents a very clear and healing answer to how to write modern poetry - and shows how each poem creates a new language and represents a break with the past. He poses the question: What is the problem with modern poetry? The poetry of the last century sought to solve the incongruence of poetic language in the modern world by resorting to newspaper prose. Greatest Living Poet recovers the prestige of poetry by showing that human mind, itself, is a poetic protocol. The central thesis of Mark Kobo is that modernism has mistaken how human consciousness operates. Science, in his view, itself, is a poetic representation of reality. Therefore, Kobo creates a new lyric language to prove this phenomenon.

Here is an example from the book:

Copper Floods

Black pools gave up arms and men where none would touch the
water since all was let loose under, stitched in their brain,
battenedon bone, a finger from a tailor's seam.

They thought once never to see a stranger thing
as floods lifting coffins from their planting,
still bright and burnished and harlot deep
who made a bed where all could see.

She was one who never chose one country,
one copper house, and curse all staying;
rooms, like lovers, with just one corner good,
not keep again as spouse, as child, accusers.

I have raised dead in many cities and will see more;
all the brass here has been touched;
heart and bone made lighter now
half stitches rubrics splitting seams.

I have always changed your house; already
I have placed a shout inside your dark sobbing
that does not suffer long a little room and shuns
all steady lodging. I will always send you floods,

some to take away, some to raise.

I have dug in many fields and will find more
no margin for the water on my lids;
they cross this lake who shave its frost,
they swim this night who still can sleep

on splitting beams, on drowning beds.

History has always been a fascinating subject for Jim and World War II intensified that interest. As a teenager growing up during this global conflict, he recalls how it seemed to dominate every aspect of daily life. Jim kept daily scrapbooks of every report from Europe, as his uncle was serving with the 1st Army, and read his letters many times. Jim recalls how he was a hero to the family and upon his safe return spoke with admiration for the German soldier. Jim wrote this book in an effort to tell the story of one such German soldier, Generaloberst Heinz Guderian who experienced a major role in a unique position of leadership, during this cataclysmal upheaval of global civilization. Guderian embodied the dramatic change in mechanized warfare that became known as the Blitzkreig. He developed his Panzers with such immense firepower, mobility and speed, that it revolutionized the concepts of military tactics. His violent confrontations with Hitler in an attempt to divert him to more reasonable decisions put his own life in jeopardy. It may have been an impossible task to change the course of Hitler’s destiny and the direction of history, but it was not for lack of trying that he failed.

A Blessing, Caring & Sharing takes you to that place we all long for “inner peace.” This collection of poems also brings you spiritual and inspirational messages of hope, love, and the world of Autism. Finding that inner peace can do so much for the soul. If your looking for that peace of mind through everyday living, if your looking to relax after a stressful day, if you live with Autism, or if your searching the beauty of life in a vast changing world, then this book is for you. Imagine your dreams fulfilled, to be encouraged, to enjoy life. In the poem “You” the author expresses healing in searching God’s peace for self. In “John” she expresses her son’s uniqueness, his gift to the world, as she pleads for public understanding of Autism. And in her poem “Choices” she expresses how we can choose to live life. Doris Washington brings you her thoughts about inner peace, love, and living with Autism. A Blessing, Caring & Sharing will enlighten, inspire, and touch your life more than you can imagine.

Author Doris Washington Featured on Showcase Newspaper December 2008
www.poetdoriswashington.com

This Day, A Dream, A Promise Fulfilled
By Doris Washington
One's dream fulfills the hope of love and humanity for all
(Dedication to Barack Obama The President of the United States of America )

A dream has come this day,
Filled with hopes,
Opportunities,
To live our best life,
To be all we can be,
Explore all possibilities beyond our most imagination.
To discover our own uniqueness.
To open our minds,
To listen,
To hear always with Love.

A dream has come this day,
With a leader whose voice speaks not only for self,
But for others as well.
Building a foundation
To Grow,
To Prosper,
To Achieve,
Dreams we all wish for ourselves.

A dream has come this day,
To fulfill the promise we can build a world
Of Hope,
Of Opportunity,
Of Tolerance,
Of Understanding -
And Love.

This Day, A Dream, A Promised Fulfilled copyright (c) Doris Washington, November 2008. All rights reserved.

Note of Poem Acknowledgement from the President of the United States

Thank you for your recent note, and for sharing your thoughts with me. Your kind words echo the messages of millions of Americans who have welcomed me and my family to the White House with an outpouring of goodwill.

On January 20th, Americans spoke with one voice, choosing hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord. Our Nation faces serious challenges, but we will overcome them if our imagination is joined to common purpose.

Now is our time to work together, reaffirm our enduring spirit, and choose our better history. With your help, we will renew our Nation's promise to carry forth the great gift of freedom to our future generations, as our forebears have delivered it to us.

Faith, Hope & Love inspires you not only today, but also to believe in tomorrow. This collection of poems is an easy read, meaningful, truly inspirational for all to enjoy. Each poem has its own inspirational message. Not only will you be inspired by each individual poem and its message of inspiration. This collection of poems gives a wonderful reminder how to live and enjoy life fully. In the poem Obstacles the author expresses that life has its challenges, and dreams can come true. In Could You Sing A Song For Them? the author invites you to take a closer look at autism with understanding and awareness. In the poem As Tomorrow Comes the author expresses the message of hope, with the understanding the challenges that we may experience today, may not be our tomorrow. And as we hold on to hope, tomorrow can be brighter than we can ever imagine. In Morning comes a positive look in how to live each moment, each day of one’s life most blessed. In the poem Blessings we are reminded about all the beautiful things we already have, and to know that each blessing we receive, we can then begin to see the true meaning of living life to our fullest. And in the poem Home we are inspired with encouraging and spiritual words in knowing God’s peace and love. In our vast changing world today, there’s a need for inspiration. Faith, Hope & Love gives you all that, and much more. Hope Giving up is surrender to no place. When all seems lost, holding on brings you one step closer to the promise. And as you believe each day is a new day, your trials can be your triumph. Just believe that it all gets better, no matter your circumstance, no matter what you go through. Believe what is now can change tomorrow. Believe with Faith. And always hold on to- Hope.

Author Doris Washington Featured on Showcase Newspaper December 2008 Author Takes Her Poetry & Story Across the Country
www.poetdoriswashington.com

This Day, A Dream, A Promise Fulfilled
By Doris Washington
One's dream fulfills the hope of love and humanity for all
(Dedication to Barack Obama The President of the United States of America )

A dream has come this day,
Filled with hopes,
Opportunities,
To live our best life,
To be all we can be,
Explore all possibilities beyond our most imagination.
To discover our own uniqueness.
To open our minds,
To listen,
To hear always with Love.

A dream has come this day,
With a leader whose voice speaks not only for self,
But for others as well.
Building a foundation
To Grow,
To Prosper,
To Achieve,
Dreams we all wish for ourselves.

A dream has come this day,
To fulfill the promise we can build a world
Of Hope,
Of Opportunity,
Of Tolerance,
Of Understanding -
And Love.

This Day, A Dream, A Promised Fulfilled copyright (c) Doris Washington, November 2008. All rights reserved.

Note of Poem Acknowledgement from the President of the United States

Thank you for your recent note, and for sharing your thoughts with me. Your kind words echo the messages of millions of Americans who have welcomed me and my family to the White House with an outpouring of goodwill.

On January 20th, Americans spoke with one voice, choosing hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord. Our Nation faces serious challenges, but we will overcome them if our imagination is joined to common purpose.

Now is our time to work together, reaffirm our enduring spirit, and choose our better history. With your help, we will renew our Nation's promise to carry forth the great gift of freedom to our future generations, as our forebears have delivered it to us.

This fast-paced story of espionage and medical mystery begins in the Himalaya mountains, where an unsuspecting trekker encounters a village of dead Sherpas, while a Russian agent finishes his work in Kathmandu, Nepal. Meanwhile, Dick Swept, a neurologist at the Texas College of Medicine, Houston Medical Complex, investigates a drug that alters how brains process memory. Swept has demonstrated the effectiveness of this medication in animals, and wants to test it in humans, but his Chairman refuses to grant permission to experiment on people with Alzheimer´s Disease, thwarting possible scientific progress. Unknown to Swept, a cabal of ex-KGB agents, Russian scientists, and a Chechen spy have discovered a similar chemical, with which they plan world domination. Lacking any constraints, the Russians kill innocent people and plan to eliminate Swept and his colleagues as they seek to control the media, countries, and the world.

Although it is hard to believe, there are so many mysteries with roses, which are true stories, reported by people worldwide. Fresh cut long stem red roses (delivered by a florist) actually stayed alive for ten (10) weeks, a historical record! This historical record, an INCREDIBLE FIND, happened to Lynda Peringian, from Dryden, MI. This was documented in the front page of the newspaper, The Eccentric," and witnessed by so many people. Peringian happened to be an author so she wrote a book about the true story. Now readers of her book, The "MIRACLE ROSES" - A True Story, are reporting mysteries which are connected to this book.
"A live red rose in the middle of the road!" said Connie Simmons
"A single red rose on the floor," reported Judi Peli.

Although there are no traceable explanations to the fascinations of life's mysteries, wouldn't you agree that life would be dull without them? Surprisingly, readers of Peringian's inspirational book have reported roses appearing to them, usually red in color. They have been fresh cut roses, but also silk roses. The floral industry (florist, gardeners, nurseries, associations, societies, and others involved with roses) have said "fresh cut long stem roses have not lived as long as Peringian's roses." Take note that these roses were delivered by a florist to her house which were fresh cut roses, not roses growing outside in her backyard.

Roses usually live no longer than one to two weeks, perhaps a little longer. People all over are saying," I never have heard of roses lasting as long as Peringian's roses." Peringian wondered "Why did God select me to receive those amazing roses?" That is because Peringian, a healthcare professional, likes to help people and share. She reminds people to believe in miracles and reminds us that miracles happen everyday.

PRAISES:

"I think it is the love and dedication in Lynda's heart that made those amazing roses stay alive so long. Her parents and this world are fortunate to have her in it." -Dr. Eric L. Matteson / Mayo Clinic

"After being inspired by reading this book, and just receiving another copy which I bought for a friend, I had a pleasant rose event happen to me! That evening a beautiful live red rose was next to me at dinner and there were no other roses in the restaurant. So many good things have happened to me since!"
-Mary Ann Gibson, FL

"This uplifting book inspires readers with her interesting story and messages of hope and faith flow from the pages."
-The County Press

"This true story is a CLASSIC...very unique. God created those miraculous roses and had Peringian write this fascinating story."
- Dewey Little / Editor
This beautiful classic inspirational book with color photos is unique-one of its kind! It is a perfect gift for everyone, easy to read, and ideal for classroom study groups (religion, garden, and nature). It is a must-have book for bookstores, libraries, schools, churches, synagogues, museums, florist and gift shops, garden and nature centers, coffee tables, and places everywhere.....a practical book for all people of all religions to enjoy!

“Who but Jim Beaty would have thought to juxtapose “grammar” and “sacred”? The “grammar” part is down and dirty . . . verbs, nouns, adjectives, and all the rest of that. The “sacred” part is the Bible and its capacity for good grammar as a means of announcing the “good news.” Thanks be to God for this book from a passionate teacher who knows the revelatory power of a well-wrought utterance.” -- Walter Brueggemann, PhD, Columbia Theological Seminary Sacred Grammar presents a unique system of learning to master sentence structure by first acquainting the struggling writer with the necessary tools for understanding Biblical writing. All of the principles of correct usage are presented in Biblical texts, whose translators are mindful of subtle choices. This fascinating process convinces the new writer that careful, conscious selection of structure and meaning create clear, interesting writing. Dr. James Beaty illustrates the significance of syntax and word choice in select verses while also deconstructing the sentences themselves. No book is more widely, seriously studied or widely translated than the Bible, and now, a writing and grammar text that engages the student in a painless, even pleasant reading and writing experience dramatizes the importance of the right word, and appropriate subordination. This book is fun and fascinating to read. The fearful novice will not only learn.

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In March of 1983, at the age of 32, I suffered a 'grand mal' seizure as I was getting ready for work one Friday morning. I was diagnosed with a very serious Glioblastoma Multiforme, and was given 3 months without surgery and six months with surgery. My husband told my doctors not to reveal these figures to me, so all I was told was that I had a 'brain tumor'. My husband finally told me after I'd outlived their prediction! And here I am today!I underwent the first of three craniotomies right away they weren't able to get the entire thing out of my brain, and I was told this, of course, I was scared. I knew a brain tumor was nothing to sneeze at! I had very aggressive radiation therapy for six weeks after the surgery, but it grew again almost as if it were feeding off the radiation and 'chemo'! When it grew it began causing physical problems for me, my left side began to grow weak and eventually became useless. I had another craniotomy about three months after the first. My doctors after deciding how to fight this malignant cancer trying to eat my brain, decided to 'implant' 'radioactive seeds' directly into the tumor! Well, it took awhile but it eventually killed it, although I never regained the use of my left side. I can walk with the use of a cane and wearing an AFO on my left lower-leg. I even drove for a while after that and took a few courses at the local community college! And returned to my part-time job for a little while longer after everything was done and I began to return to a more 'normal' state.I had one more surgery (my third within a years time) to 'clean it up' in there, so my neurologist explained. After all the surgeries, I'm happy to say, that I'm doing quite well considering my disabilities. My husband is an 'angel' and helps me with the things I can't do with one hand!