Obtainable October

Hello!

Thanks for sneaking in here and reading my blog.  It's the perfect time of year to snuggle in a warm blanket, curl up next to the fire, with your "special" cocoa and read. 

What are your favorite books lined up for the fall? Are you looking for ideas to broaden your poetry reading? Here are a couple titles you may enjoy. Obtain one that tickles your fancy. 

 E.E. Cummings - Selected Poems  He wrote one of my very fave poems "I Carry Your Heart With Me" 

 The Romantic Poets

In the late 1700's poetry moved away from the intellectualism of the Enlightenment and toward more emotional and natural themes. The major works of the movement’s five most famous poets — William Wordsworth, George Gordon Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, William Blake, and John Keats are represented in this collection. 

Lest We Forget Life's Passion and Cut Both Ways  - Then of course there are my two books if you haven't had a chance to read them. 

Gift giving season is fast approaching. In a time of life when the pace of everything is running out of control, consider giving a book of poetry to calm the soul.

I'm excited to announce that I have been asked to submit several of my poems to be published in an anthology by another well known writer in the near future. The collections of poems will have a theme of erotic/romantic genre. More to come on that as it unfolds!

I continue to write and work on my third book which will be focusing on micro poetry.  Specifically, various forms of Japanese and French origin works. I'm really having fun with it! 

What is Japanese poetry?  One of its many forms is called a Haiku. It's often the form most widely used for teaching purposes in school.  A Haiku is a poem of seventeen syllables, in three lines.  The first line has five, second line seven, and third line five; traditionally evoking images of the natural world.  The characteristics of a Haiku focus on nature, usually using a seasonal type word allowing the reader to know what time of year it is.  There is a division, focusing on one thought and then another, but the relationship between theses two are sometimes surprising!  The poet will also describe images using at least one of five senses. Give it a try! You may be a natural.  I'd love to hear from you. If you'd like me to showcase your work, use the contact link to submit.  

Here is an example of one I wrote recently:

Diamonds - Haiku

Ceiling of starlight

Glittering shadows on me

Twilight in secret

©PS Rowland

On a personal note, did I tell you I saw my favorite music artist in the whole world?! YES Keith Urban! We were so close I could touch him, but since I didn't feel like going to jail that night I refrained. 

Yes, that's right he looked at me :)))))

Very talented, humble, kind, and down to earth artist. Best concert ever. 

Until we meet again, stay warm, happy, true to yourself and read!

Leaving you with another Haiku:

Falls Rainbow - Haiku

Green, orange, red and brown

Fiery beauty displayed

Melting to the ground

©PS Rowland

September Shivers

The heat is on and I'm talking more than the summer temps. For the last month we have been living "The Fire Storm".  The entire state of Washington has been attacked, and our area particularly. I evacuated for a week. Breathing was impossible due to the thick smoke.  My home and family are now safe, and we didn't suffer any loss.

According to the Okanogan County Emergency Management, We have a current estimate of 505,369.13 acres of burned land in Okanogan county. Among all the lost homes, outbuildings, cabins, and fencing, a significant amount of wild habitat, rangeland, and farmland has also been damaged. 

From my deck. We live on a ledge and can usually see the entire town.

Prisoner in my own home the day before evacuating 

Fighting the fire, dropping fire retardant.

I've also enjoyed doing some of my most FAVE things, which is spending time with family and friends, in various activities. 

In the writer and poets world-

The Academy of American Poets is pleased to announce the winner of the 2015 American Poets Prize -

Joy Harjo has received the WALLACE STEVENS AWARD, which is given annually to recognize outstanding and proven mastery in the art of poetry. Established in 1994, the award carries a stipend of $100,000. Recipients are nominated and elected by a majority vote of the Academy’s Board of Chancellors.

With summer coming to a close I will be devoting more time to events, around the area including several book signings. Stay tuned for dates. Would love to see you!

I continue to write daily, and thoughts of my third book are forming. Here's a poem being considered for that volume.

Ame Soeur

In the darkness of my self pity you shine a dream I wait to come true.  In my uncertainty and worry of all the little and unknown factors, you supply the stable ground calming my soul.  In the terror that comes in the night, you take control of my breathing, and ease my anxiety.  In my inner turmoil though unspoken, you see it in my eyes, and sense it in my movements, and won't let another moment pass until you make me whole again.  I hope I never lose sight of who you are to me. For you are my soulmate. 

I so appreciate all of you, and your support and followings on FB, Twitter etc. It's been very nice getting to know some of you, and I really appreciate the feedback. 

Until next time, keep reading! And if you are a poet, I would love to read your work and showcase it here.

August Activities

Hello Sunshines!

Coming to you today, with coffee in hand, spring in my step, and twinkle in my eye. What that means is a lot of ink is prettying up my paper... my fave thing to do. I've been trying to perfect several of the Japanese forms of poetry, for which I believe my next book will be all about. :)

August has turned into a very action packed month for me, and it's only begun! Here are a few highlights, which started the end of July.

I had a fun time at the local Farmers Market. What started out as a beautiful sunny day, soon turned into a crazy thunder and lightening rain storm, so we had to dash!

I attended a concert to see James Otto and his opening act, Zach Hinson. Fantastic show, and had the privilege of meeting them both. 

Brian, Pam, James Otto, Craig

Pam, Zach, Tracey

I even had so save a baby quail from my cat! Bad kitty.

We took a week long bike trip with friends, which provided MUCH needed comedy relief, and relaxation. We toured around the beautiful Olympic Peninsula, took a ferry from Port Townsend to Coupeville, then off to LaConner, Burlington, Mt Vernon and back home over the scenic NorthCascades Hwy. 

Pam, Joy, Brian

Craig, Joy, Pam, Brian

The Green Lantern

Hanging with the gang

The "Twins" Craig and Pam

A beautiful trip in every aspect. 

We've been in the triple digits for a few months now, which has caused a lot of fires. Here are pictures of our boating trip at Omak Lake last weekend.

Of course for me it all comes back to reading and writing. I see a poem or a story in everything my senses take in. 

I like to support other writers as well. So please enjoy the following poem written by Rob Lam, from Seattle WA. He started writing poetry in high school, stopped in his 30's, and now is writing again thanks to the support and encouragement of his girlfriend. He's written over a 100 poems, and a short story.  Enjoy -

Self-Portrait
 

I walk in the room
I own the place
The person I show
Is not my true face
Alone in my head
My voices and me
You only see
Who I want you to see
Unbreakable
I'm not fragile
Untouchable
I'm not fragile
My heart is empty
And cold
      II.
They see me as happy
And easily pleased
Will they still say that
When I fall to my knees?
Sometimes I feel 
Alone with my fear
The clambering committee
Only I hear
Still trying
I'm not fragile
Still fighting
I'm not fragile
My heart is battered
And bruised
   III.
Now that I've told you
About the real me
Know I'm not yet
The man I'm going to be
All of the pain 
Love that I've lost
To be who I am now
Was worth all the cost
I'm learning
Yes I'm fragile
I'm accepting
That I'm fragile
My true face
I'm ready to show

Until next time, keep reading, and I'd love for you to write a review on Amazon if you've read my books!

Farmers Market This Saturday July 11th.

Hello!

I will be participating in the Okanogan Farmers Market this Saturday July 11, 2015. from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. I will have books available, and would love to sign one just for you. Stop by and say hi.

Joining me will be another local author Marian Adams. 

Beautiful Day For "Art in the Park"

Good Morning to my readership!!

I have coffee, and a protein bar in hand, browsing through the pictures from my most recent event, "Art in the Park". It's a great community weekend full of artists of all kinds; writers, painters, crafters, dancers, muscians etc. Also a great opportunity to visit with those you haven't seen in a long time.  So good to see you!!

Here are some highlights. Thanks to all who stopped by, visited, gave out hugs, and purchased a book. Love you all!

See you soon! 

She/He

"Lost within herself,

he finds her in his heart.

She struggles to get out,

he's loved her from the start.  

She's shattered deep within,

he wants to fix her soul.

 She's picking up the pieces,

so he can make her whole"

© All Rights Reserved P.S. Rowland

June Is Upon Us

Hello Everyone!

I do hope you're enjoying this warmer than usual weather. Looks as though we are off to a great start of summer.

I want to share with you a little glimpse of the launch of my second collection of poetry "Cut Both Ways". It was a truly wonderful, fab day!  It's off and running, thanks to all of you loyal readers. Here are a few highlights.

I want to thank all of you for coming to support this event, and my writing career. Love you all!!

I have an event coming up this Saturday in Omak WA. 

Come see me! I'll be doing sales and signing at Art in the Park, Omak Civic League Park on the corner of Central and Ash, on Saturday, June 20, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Come and enjoy arts, crafts and more!

Until next time....

"Precious"

Your gift of love 

is 

the best gift she owns

©All Rights Reserved P.S. Rowland

Wonderful Conference and Upcoming Event

I'm coming down off the high of a great WOTR conference in May. Wonderful information, terrific presenters, and a lovely party and book signing for the evening after.  Living in a rural area like I do, I feel very fortunate that we have this top notch organization for writers, to help us learn, hone our skills, and network together. 

Here's a few highlights for you.

Only 4 more days to the official launch and signing of my second book of poetry "Cut Both Ways" Hope to see you there!!!

May Madness

May slides into our lives with the beauty it deserves. Color abounds, fragrances lure us outdoors, and our lives become a bit more busy. Energy renews with the spring air, and lightens our spirits. 

With the launch of my new book, "Cut Both Ways" madness has also crept into my life. Fantastic madness however!  I can't thank all of you enough for your support of this very special collection of my work, and I look forward to seeing you at upcoming book signings. 

May 16, I will be attending the Write on the River (WOTR) writers conference in Wenatchee WA. Their mission, is to "foster the writing arts, sustain a vital North Central Washington writing community and nurture writers from inspiration to publication".  For more information click this link. WOTR

On Saturday night of this conference there will be a special "10th Anniversary Party" in celebration of this beautiful organization's inception. I am honored to be asked to be one of the authors autographing books this evening. I will have both of my books available. 

May many blessings come your way with each day ahead.

She/He

Lost within herself,

he finds her in his heart.

She struggles to get out,

he's loved her from the start.

She's shattered deep within,

he wants to fix her soul.

She's picking up the pieces,

so he can make her whole.

© All Rights Reserved

PS Rowland

Upcoming Book Sale and Signing, May 2, 2015

Hello Everyone ~

I'd like to invite you to attend my next upcoming book sale and signing. It will take place at "Hastings" on May 2, 2015 from 11:00 - 3:00. Location is 315 9th St. Wenatchee WA. 98801

It is possible I may have copies of my upcoming release entitled Cut Both Ways in addition to,  Lest We Forget Life's Passion.  

Please join me for a meet and greet, great conversation, picking up a new book, and cookies. Bring a friend!

April Arrival

You truly are a beautiful readership, you know that? The love and support that flows from you to me is greatly appreciated! It's a mutual love affair.

I have great pleasure is finally unveiling the cover for my next collection of poetry. The release of this collection entitled "Cut Both Ways" is due to launch June 2015. (possibly sooner) Very exciting!

Let me tell you a little about the book, and also include a few reviews from advanced reader copies. 

In a relationship more often than not, both parties are not passionate people. Passionate, not necessarily in a romantic sense, but about life in general; feeling strongly about goals, interests, ideas and yes, dreams and love.  Usually one is a taker, one a giver. The old adage “opposites attract”, or do they? This collection of works will delve into the life of a relationship where both individuals are extremely artistic, intense, passionate about life, and fierce about love.

Cut Both Ways will carry you along a beautiful path of love, grief, elation, inspiration, and passion. A journey not many experience in their lifetime; delving deep within the emotions of two creative, romantic, intense, and passionate soulmates. The author demonstrates great skill, allowing the reader to feel the ecstasy, excitement, and disturbance portrayed in each poem. Stirring the desires of the heart and soul, which come into play when two beautiful souls are more than just in love, more than in a relationship, where two become one. The dynamics and intensity of these poems will transport you into a world so precious, it will take your breath away. 

- Anonymous 

"Cut Both Ways" is a living, breathing body of work that exposes true human nature. From beginning to the end, this is much more than poetry, it's an entire lifetime of the good, the bad, the sensual, and the destructive. But above all else, this collection is certainly life.

- Janice Ross, Author of Damaged Girls

One of my favorite authors. She has a way of bringing her readers into her poems and making them feel as if each poem were written for them. These poems of love can be felt deep within your soul and at times will make you cry both tears of joy and tears of sadness. A five star review!   - Author Carl Joseph Roberts Until next time my friends! Excerpt from Cut Both Ways The Thread That Binds You’re the center of my world. My every breath, my every thought. The pain I caused you has destroyed my viscera, along with my heart. What you feel, I feel. The ache that binds us together will make us stronger. Never have two lost souls, been destined to search out, find, and connect, as ours. I will not let go. I cannot let go. you have wedged yourself into my heart, and have sewn it shut, to be there for an eternity. © All Rights Reserved P.S. Rowland