John Rick : Writing

Moment of Silence

Moment of Silence

A Poem by John Rick


I’ll just take this time for a moment of silenceTo resolve my mind’s own violenceThe vent isn’t louder than the voices in my headWhi..
Beneath Thy Willow

Beneath Thy Willow

A Poem by John Rick


Blessed thy soul! ---Oh dear, sweet MaryAged but, yet, so far young carried by divine beautyThy poor life lived long in profound lonelinessOnly of tro..
Once in the Silence

Once in the Silence

A Poem by John Rick


Here, there and everywhereIs what keeps me composedThe attention of one or the company of twoIs neither to ignore nor disposeThere’s not enough ..
The Maiden and the Keeper

The Maiden and the Keeper

A Poem by John Rick


For our many nights have been spent at the lighthouse by the sea,To watch the Morning Star shine as radiant as sheAnd Solis to rise for wandering eyes..