Tag Archives: Poet

Stormy Weather

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

When a storm is coming, I can feel it. I’m not talking about ESP. What I mean is that my anxiety and sensory issues go into overdrive. Maybe its the barometric pressure. My ears throb, my head hurts, my body … Continue reading →

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The Choice – A Poem

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

For dVersePoets: On the topic of “Irony” How many ways can you say the same name? Living like it’s Groundhog Day with a double-twist of poetic irony- How many hits can my face take Turning the proverbial cheek before I … Continue reading →

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Poetic Pulse – A Poem

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Introduction: For inspiration, this was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s piece called “Spontaneous Me“. Unspoken verse Weaving webs Of silk like stories My hand, my pen Aching to dance To the tempo of My other heartbeat Painting the poet … Continue reading →

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Moon Child – A Poem

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

A moon child at heart The sun stepped aside As she drew the stars To let her light shine Gretchen Leary 2012

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About: “Really, Really Like Me”

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

This year, I have felt the call to advocate for the Autism Community like never before. I’ve written and published two books of poetry, but I knew this challenge was going to be different. As an individual who is on … Continue reading →

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Twilight – A Poem

Posted on September 15, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

Deep hues of the night Bleed into the distant skyline Swirling and melting into place Sweeping our sun to slumber As twilight awakes. Written by Gretchen Leary 2012 http://www.gretchenleary.com

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Autumn Air – A Poem

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

This poem was written while listening to “Fantasie Impromptu” Op. 66 by Chopin. I encourage you to listen to the piece while reading this poem to fully feel the intensity of my words. As I stand all alone On this … Continue reading →

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Under A Blue Moon – A Poem

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Gretchen Venters

Introduction: This was written while listening to Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” (Op. 71 No. 14) I encourage you to listen to the piece while reading this. Daylight has dwindled as The sun has closed his eyes Here a blue moon has … Continue reading →

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