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Spit mixed with dirt – Muddy words flow
Fingers Outstretched
I don’t know but
there’s far more
to be said
to be felt
to be heard
to be held
to be lived
far above and beyond
anything we could imagine
perhaps the answer
is simply: reach
tara caribou | ©️2023 photo by me
“The Fog of the Midnight Hours” poetry by G.M. Manzi
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present G.M. Manzi’s second collection of poetry, The Fog of the Midnight Hours.
In his second collection of gritty and unapologetic poetry, writer G.M. Manzi kicks off his boots and gets down to the meat and bones as he sifts through memories of heartbreak and the real life after-effects of a devastating relationship which left him questioning his worth, value, and place. He is unswerving in his emotions, neither shying away nor exaggerating them. Torn between the great what-if of an ending without closure and the decision for self-preservation to forgive and walk away, but this time with clean hands and head held high. Using his quick wit, self-deprecating humor, and raw spirit, these pages are sure to make you laugh and sigh, to clench your jaw and cheer on the broken to renewal. Read and let your soul be rewarded.
In paperback at: lulu, Barnes & Noble, or Amazon.
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©️2023 | G.M. Manzi can be found on Instagram @g.m.thescrivner
You can also listen to a podcast Greg did with Unraveled Influence anywhere you prefer listening to podcasts. Here’s the link on Amazon.
Featured on the Podcast Unraveled Influence
Yesterday I had the opportunity to sit in and chat with the podcast Unraveled Influence. We had a great conversation where we discussed writing, cannabis, the power of the word, and leaving a legacy. The guys even brought up some Bible talk, which is always interesting. Join Andy Morales, Leon Jones, and me for an hour and a half. Available on Audible, Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTube (link below), Apple podcast, and more.
Let me know in the comments if you get the opportunity to listen and chime in with your thoughts! ~tara
“A Boat for the Sinking” poetry by Brandon White
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present Brandon White’s third collection of poetry, A Boat for the Sinking.
With an uncanny awareness of what matters most, Brandon White’s third book offers up a life-raft of poetry for us to cling to while answering the questions: how do we get through this sinking boat called life? How can we impart a better world to our loved ones? What really matters and what doesn’t? His honing of instinct, humor, and truth will leave you spellbound, searching for your own answers.
In paperback at: lulu, Barnes & Noble, or Amazon, or directly from Brandon on his website.
As eBook at: lulu, Nook, Kobo, Google Play or Kindle.
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©️2023 | Brandon White
February Photos
tara caribou | ©️2023 all photos by me
“UNflawless: Facetiously Imperfect” poetry by John A. Graser
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present John A. Graser’s second book of poetry, UNflawless: Facetiously Imperfect.
From the back cover: “In this collection of poetry and lyrics, I return strong and steady, sharing my experiences, thoughts, and raw emotions; taking you, the reader, a littler deeper into my world. My writing is unfiltered and uncensored, just as I see and embrace life. I hope my words show you a different way to see the world before us… ‘Do not be entrapped by the empty promises of yesterday.’ -John G.”
John is a clever wordsmith with lots of wordplay and slick lines. His unique style stands out using his special brand of mystical, spiritual lyrics interwoven with inner city smarts and unapologetic call-outs to a broken world system.
In paperback at: lulu.
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© 2023 | John A. Graser
You can find John over on Instagram @the_key413
January Visitors
Hello my friends, so far I’m having a nice winter. Nothing too crazy, not too cold, not too wet, just peaceful. I am content.
I spend a fair amount of time watching the wildlife and just nature in general. It is often my source of peace and inspiration. I may spend half an hour sitting on the floor watching the bunnies out the glass doors leading to the deck or the moose stretch their necks in an effort to reach some branches. Or, maybe just watch the clouds. Often I don’t have my phone or camera around. I simply ‘be’. I am a firm believer in resting in the moment. I don’t need to keep looking for the “next best thing” because my best is right now, right here, in this moment.
I hope you’re having a nice January so far. Love & living light to you.
tara caribou | ©2023 all photos by me
Icy Cold
It’s been winter cold, though not extremely so, which means shorter jaunts outside… particularly when the wind is blowing. A quick walk down the beach to shoot a few photos, face/hands/legs numb, but it was worth it!
Stay warm!
tara caribou | ©2023 all photos by me
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