Author Archives: adoyo

Words…

Posted on January 2, 2012 by adoyo

Stand in awe of the woven wonder of Words: these that are nought but wisps crafted of as much substance as wraiths that haunt the dreams of mortals; And once uttered, vanish into that realm whence the insubstantial spectres that … Continue reading →

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The Praise of Men…

Posted on December 26, 2011 by adoyo

John Milton could not have said it better when he summed up the folly of vanity: all who in vain things Built their fond hopes of glory or lasting fame… Naught seeking but the praise of men, here find Fit … Continue reading →

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For the love of a poet…

Posted on December 26, 2011 by adoyo

John Lennon’s voice just started piping through my speaker, recounting how Mother Mary whispers “let it be” to the troubled soul… Curious. I have not heard the song in ages and it really never gets old. However — and there … Continue reading →

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