February 1st, 2017 by admin
If you are going to be in the Bay Area do stop by for this concert. Raphael's poetry is beautiful as is David's music, the two together is a real treat. You can pick up Raphael's book as well; Stings Shining Silence: Earth-Love Poems. ...
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October 19th, 2016 by admin
Dear friends,
Thank you for all your comments on the 5 minute documentary that serves as my book trailer, too. It seems to have touched many of you!
We would really appreciate your help to get this film into the world. So, please consider posting this link https://vimeo.com/184929769 on your FaceBook...
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September 28th, 2016 by admin
Strings of Shining Silence
When shadows lengthen,
our breaths grow closer, and
bundled bodies huddle against
drizzle-slanting snow and rain.
To warmth we turn,
the nearness of a cello heartbeat;
strings of shining silence
fill my chest with crimson tones.
Each in-breath spins me into soundness
while...
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Posted in: Uncategorized, Forever Journal,
September 28th, 2016 by admin
Friends of Poetic Matrix Press. Here's a great way to support Raphael Block, one of our authors, in his 2nd book with us and receive an early copy of the finished book. Please show your support. Thanks John
Dear friends,
I would like you to join me in releasing my new book, Strings of...
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March 4th, 2014 by admin
Spangling Darkness
Raphael Block
poetry and songs
New from Poetic Matrix Press
Available on our website
New Year
Our celebrations were small affairs
with one or two present at most,
like the welcome my wife and daughter
gave the New Year, with carefully
prepared round, sand-filled trays,
candles of...
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August 12th, 2013 by admin
When I was Young and Proud
When I was young and proud
owner of a lawn
it would have caused offense.
But now, singing dandelions
innocently declare summer's height
while couched between...
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June 20th, 2013 by admin
Bells
No bells ringing
no incense burning
no one but you.
No spoken sounds
no embracing arms
no one else but you.
Inner voices buzzing
deepening breathing
you’re coming to you.
With or without stilling
something is flowing.
You’re entering
a cavern resounding
of echoes beyond.
What will you bring...
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